2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Adoption Date: October 10, 2018 Ratification Date: November 5, 2018
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1
VISION
Overview 1-1 Regional Context 1-2 Where did the City Begin? 1-3 Planning History and Accomplishments 1-4 Plan Purpose And Importance 1-5 Use and Organization 1-5 Centennial NEXT Vision 1-6 Plan Themes 1-7 Plan Development Process 1-8 Relationship to Other Planning Documents 1-9
Overview Centennial NEXT Vision + Plan Themes Future Land Use Typologies Future Land Use Map Whats Next: Envisioning Future Land Use Spotlight Areas Map Spotlight Areas
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APPENDICES
Organization Centennial NEXT Vision Plan Themes Our NEXT Places Our NEXT Economy Our NEXT Innovations Our NEXT Community Definitions Acronyms
Appendix A - Public Outreach A-i Appendix B - Existing Snapshots B-i Community Design & Identity B-1 Housing and Demographics B-27 Transportation B-41 Parks, Open Space, Trails, & Recreation B-65 Economic Development B-77 Essential Community Services B-91 Appendix C - Opportunity Sites C-i
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL Stephanie Piko, Mayor Candace Moon, District 1 Kathy Turley, District 1 Carrie Penaloza, District 2 Tammy Maurer, District 2 Ken Lucas, District 3 Mike Sutherland, District 3 Ron Weidmann, District 4 Marlo Alston, District 4
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Johnathan Sims, Chair Paul Urtz, Chair Pro Tem Brian Beatty Shana Cohen Josh Larimer Bruce Rewerts Andrea Suhaka John Scales, 1st Alternate Jon Roberts, 2nd Alternate
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Stephanie Piko, Mayor Carrie Penaloza, City Council Mike Sutherland, City Council Tammy Maurer, City Council Andrea Suhaka, Planning & Zoning Commission Brian Beatty, Planning & Zoning Commission Johnathan Sims, Planning & Zoning Commission Shana Cohen, Planning & Zoning Commission Gerry Cummins, CenCON Bob Golden, South Metro Chamber Paul Rosenberg, Aurora Chamber Cathy Noon, Mayor 2010-2018 II ii
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CENTENNIAL NEXT TEAM
Jenny Houlne, Principal Planner &
Centennial NEXT Project Manager Alex Grimsman, Planner II Allison Wittern, Communications Director Derek Holcomb, AICP, Deputy Community Development Director Melanie Morgan, AICP, i-team Data Analyst Stewart Meek, Economic Development Specialist
CITY STAFF TEAM
City Manager’s Office Matt Sturgeon, City Manager Elisha Thomas, Deputy City Manager Andy Firestine, AICP, Assistant City
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Communications Chris Michlewicz, Communications Coordinator
Kelly Brady, Commissions Coordinator Kelly Ohaver, Customer Experience
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Kersten Baldwin, Digital Media
Strategist
Lyndsay Lack, Digital Media and Communications Specialist II
Centennial NEXT Advisory Committee Community Development Steve Greer, Director Gabby Hart, Planning Intern Jennifer Wood, Admin. Assistant IV Jennifer Guetschow, Planner II Karen Brookes, Administrative & Project Coordinator
Kelly Hickler, Planner II Lisa Gajowski, Admin. Assistant IV Mara Owen, Planning Intern Mark Christensen, Planning Intern Michael Gradis, AICP, Senior Planner Economic Development Neil Marciniak, CEcD, Manager Office of Technology and Innovation Derek Stertz, GIS Supervisor Adrielle Powers, GIS Intern Kyoko Oyama, GIS Technician Mike Jones, GIS Analyst Paul Schwindt, GIS Contractor
Pictured above from left to right: (back) Steve Greer, Alex Grimsman, Brian Beatty, Johnathan Sims, Mike Sutherland, Tammy Maurer, Derek Holcomb (front) Shana Cohen, Jenny Houlne, Allison Wittern, Paul Rosenberg, Melanie Morgan, Andrea Suhaka, Carrie Penaloza, and Gerry Cummins. Not pictured: Mayor Stephanie Piko, Bob Golden, Stewart Meek, and former Mayor Cathy Noon.
Public Works Travis Greiman, P.E., Director Kelsey Deckert, Engineer II
PREVIOUS MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Cathy Noon, Mayor 2010-2018 Charles “C.J.” Whelan, City Council Doris Truhlar, City Council Mark Gotto, City Council
CONTRIBUTIONS BY:
PREVIOUS PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEMBERS John Bailey Jonathan Griffis Karen Hart Mike Sutherland
Centennial Senior Commission Centennial Youth Commission Economic and Planning Systems, Inc. (Data) Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Inc. (Data)/Outreach)
Logan Simpson (Data/Design/ Outreach)
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (Data)
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INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW Located in south metro Denver, Centennial is uniquely positioned to enjoy the benefits Colorado has to offer. The City’s landscape boasts extensive open spaces, scenic mountain vistas, native wildlife, and connections to some of the region’s most impressive trail networks and recreational amenities. Centennial was established to operate a “lean” government structure that features a limited core of City-employed staff, a number of contracted services, and a network of special districts allowing for improved efficiency and cost savings in local government operations. The City is conveniently situated along the Interstate 25 (I-25) corridor, less than an hour from Denver International Airport and located in the heart of one of the nation’s fastest growing and sought after areas. Through its first 17 years, the City has transformed from a collection of neighborhoods into an award-winning community with exceptional educational, employment, commercial, and recreational opportunities.
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The Comprehensive Plan tells the story of Centennial’s community values and how the City envisions its future. The City and its stakeholders have identified opportunities, challenges, and a longrange vision for the future through the Plan, called Centennial NEXT. The Plan responds to citizens’ evolving needs, plans for changing physical and market conditions, promotes the value of technology to solve problems, positions the City to attract and retain a range of age groups to live and work in Centennial, and leverages new opportunities to enhance the high-quality successes the City has achieved since its formation.
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The Denver Metropolitan Area. The Denver Metropolitan Area, or ‘metro Denver’ as it is mostly referred to in this document, is a continuously thriving region that stretches over 4,500 square miles from Golden to the west and Watkins to the east. The metro Denver area comprises approximately fifty municipalities— most of which are within commutable distance to Downtown Denver—and eight counties, including all of Denver and Broomfield Counties and parts of Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Douglas, Elbert, and Jefferson Counties. Centennial is located within Arapahoe County and in the southern portion of the metro Denver area. Sources: Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation 2016 Demographic Reports and Data Analysis; Economic & Planning Systems; 9News Colorado, Understanding Colorado Regions.
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WHERE DID THE CITY BEGIN? HISTORY Centennial was founded by dedicated citizens passionate about enhancing economic development opportunities and having a say in their future. Prior to incorporation, the area now known as Centennial, was under the jurisdiction of Arapahoe County, the oldest county in the State of Colorado. At the time, Centennial’s incorporation was the largest in United States history. Centennial is one of Colorado’s youngest cities and the tenth most populous municipality in the State CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
with a population of more than 110,000 residents in 2018. Initially incorporated as a statutory city governed by State law, Centennial became a Home Rule City in June 2008 after voters approved the Home Rule Charter, allowing the local government to take control over matters of local concern. The 2008 Home Rule Charter for Centennial continues to serve as the City’s constitution. The origins of the City can be traced back to a pancake house in
the summer of 1998, where a group of five visionaries discussed the advantages of incorporating into a city over breakfast. Committed to realizing their vision of becoming an established city with an intentional, limited government, with low taxation, Randy Pye, John Brackney, Ed Bosier, Brian Vogt, and Pete Ross created a volunteer organization called the Arapahoe Citizens for Self-Determination and an incorporation steering committee.
On September 12, 2000, 77 percent of voters approved the formation of the City of Centennial and on February 7, 2001, the City was legally established as a Colorado City.
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PLANNING HISTORY AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Following incorporation, the City developed its first Comprehensive Plan in 2004, which included a strong focus on commercial growth, protection of neighborhoods, and the development of a solid tax base. The City of Centennial and metro Denver have experienced significant growth and change since the original plan was developed and adopted in 2004. The Comprehensive Plan must be updated periodically to fully reflect Centennial’s current vision and to respond to future opportunities and challenges. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan positioned the City to achieve new opportunities. Many aspects of the 2004 Plan remain relevant today. In addition to adopting the 2004 Comprehensive Plan, other planning and development accomplishments since incorporation include:
Sub-Area, City-wide, and Master Plans ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
2007 Arapahoe Urban Center Sub-Area Plan 2007 Parks, Open Space, Trails, and Recreation Master Plan 2008 Central Centennial Boundary Plan 2009 Southglenn Area Plan 2011 Land Development Code 2013 I-25 Corridor Sub-Area Plan 2013 Transportation Master Plan 2017 Trails and Recreation Plan
Transportation ▶▶ ▶▶
RTD’s Southeast Light Rail Line opened service to Centennial (2006) Dry Creek Light Rail Station extended its platform to The Jones District (2016)
Redevelopment ▶▶
Southglenn Mall redeveloped into The Streets at SouthGlenn (2009)
Growth and Development Centennial grew from 24 to 29 square miles in land area Centennial City Hall moved from a multi-tenant office building to a standalone Civic Center (2008) ▶▶ Centennial Center Park opened to the public (2012) ▶▶ ▶▶
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PLAN PURPOSE AND IMPORTANCE Centennial NEXT (The Plan) is the framework document that sets the stage for the City’s future growth and development. It describes the Centennial of today and articulates a vision for the Centennial of tomorrow. To effectively and efficiently identify resources and funnel change to achieve its vision, the Plan provides the basis from which implementation strategies can be crafted, adopted, and pursued. Centennial NEXT addresses the long-range outlook for our community and economy, and creates an innovative blueprint for the future. Great cities do not happen overnight. They grow and develop into interesting, inspiring, and important places due to consistent adherence to a higher standard of development in both the public and private realm. This shared expectation for Centennial’s development allows the City’s citizens, business community, City partners, and government to operate under a common understanding of Centennial’s vision for the future. Change offers opportunities but also presents challenges. As the City and region’s population grows more diverse, so does its needs and preferences for housing, shopping, recreation, entertainment, transportation, and public services. Certain places should be targeted for reinvestment, while others offer opportunities to introduce new solutions to appeal to a growing and changing population. Centennial NEXT illustrates Centennial’s commitment as an active and cooperative member of the greater metropolitan community. Through Centennial NEXT, Centennial commits to: ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
Enhance quality of life within the City through great places; Promote the economic vitality of the City and region; Be a partner in Smart City initiatives; Encourage and accommodate planned growth and development; and Extend essential community services in an effective, efficient, and responsive manner.
USE AND ORGANIZATION Centennial NEXT is a guiding document. It is a tool to be used by policy makers and Staff to guide decision-making and implement the City’s vision for the future. The Plan is organized by an overarching vision statement and four main themes, each supported by a series of goals and strategies.
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FROM LEARNING TO LEADING. Born out of intention and optimism, the NEXT Centennial will lead the way for resilient, innovative, and connected communities.
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PLAN THEMES
OUR NEXT PLACES
OUR NEXT ECONOMY
OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS
OUR NEXT COMMUNITY
Creating Experiences. Centennial will create remarkable places that lead to unforgettable experiences. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
Strong. Diverse. Resilient. Centennial will support an economy to serve as a model of strength, diversity, and resilience for the region and beyond. Centennial preserves, grows, and attracts employers through business-friendly policies and practices.
A Smart Suburban City. As an innovative and smart suburban city, Centennial will be a model for others. Centennial embraces the life cycle of technology to apply emerging and innovative technologies to connect the community through essential services.
Healthy. Happy. Connected. Centennial will integrate arts, culture, technology, and recreation opportunities within a connected community providing amenities and experiences for all walks of life. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
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MAY 2016 NOVEMBER 2016
PHASE 1
PHASE 2
Foundation Community Kickoff Events Community Assessment Plan Audit
JULY 2016 AUGUST 2017
MAY 2017 OCTOBER 2018
PHASE 3 Goals + Strategies Part 2
Visioning Goals + Strategies Part 1
Community Outreach Draft Plan Development
Framework Document
Public Comment
Opportunity Sites Spotlight Areas
Final Plan Development Plan Adoption Plan Ratification Phase 3 Outreach
Phase 1 Outreach
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614 Respondents
480 Respondents
1,146 Respondents
4,274 Reached*
5,852 Reached*
65,562 Reached*
*Reach is the total number of people that saw content related to Centennial NEXT on social media outlets.
PLAN DEVELOPMENT PROCESS The process to create Centennial NEXT was led by the Centennial NEXT Team; informed by a consultant team and public input; and guided by the Advisory Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council, and other City boards and commissions. Effective and innovative public outreach was critical to the success of Centennial NEXT and all members of the community were strongly encouraged to participate in the process. The public provided input in creating a framework to guide the decisions to enhance the Centennial community over the next 20 years, defining a vision and future roadmap for the City.
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RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER PLANNING DOCUMENTS The original 2004 Comprehensive Plan was implemented, in part, through the adoption of corridor plans, sub-area plans, and other specific planning efforts to achieve the City’s vision for the future. These plans look at smaller geographic areas and address issues, opportunities, goals, policies, and actions specific to particular areas and uses within the City. The official statement of Centennial’s vision, Centennial NEXT is intended to be used in conjunction with these adopted plans and documents and not considered on its own. To the extent that a conflict exists between Centennial NEXT and any previously adopted plans, Centennial NEXT shall govern.
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VISION OVERVIEW Chapter 1 contained the reasons for developing a Comprehensive Plan and detailed the steps the Centennial NEXT Team took to speak with Centennial’s residents and business community. This chapter, Chapter 2, describes how residents and business owners want the NEXT Centennial to develop. Chapter 2 starts with the overall vision of the Plan and the four themes developed through public outreach. The built environment is one of the most important tools Centennial can use to achieve these desires laid out in the themes, so the chapter continues by defining a set of Land Use Typologies, or broad examples of what these land uses currently look like or will look like in Centennial. The Future Land Use Map shows how the City should develop in broad strokes, while understanding that different parts of the City are unique and face different pressures and opportunities. Spotlights Areas and their corresponding Opportunity Sites are introduced to dive into a few areas of Centennial with a high potential for change.
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OUR NEXT PLACES Creating Experiences.
Centennial will create remarkable places that lead to unforgettable experiences. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
OUR NEXT ECONOMY Strong. Diverse. Resilient.
Centennial will support an economy to serve as a model of strength, diversity, and resilience for the region and beyond. Centennial preserves, grows, and attracts employers through business-friendly policies and practices.
OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS A Smart Suburban City.
As an innovative and smart suburban City, Centennial will be a model for others. Centennial embraces the life cycle of technology to apply emerging and innovative technologies to connect the community through essential services.
OUR NEXT COMMUNITY Healthy. Happy. Connected.
Centennial will integrate arts, culture, technology, and recreation opportunities within a connected community providing amenities and experiences for all walks of life. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
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LAND USE TYPOLOGIES The following land use typologies and Future Land Use Map describe and show the location of desired uses within Centennial. Each land use typology is illustrated in the following table along with a narrative description and example imagery of the desired look and density.
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Commercial
Commercial is a natural extension of surrounding residential neighborhoods and provides locations for day-to-day services and operations necessary for modern life, such as grocery stores, restaurants, dry cleaners, florists, and post offices. Typically centered along heavily-traveled streets, busy intersections, or near public transit nodes. It provides lower intensity commercial development than a mixeduse district. Commercial land use should be designed to complement the neighborhood’s character and social activities.
Mixed-Use
Mixed-Use integrates a variety of land uses including residential, office, service, and employment within a single building or area/node, utilizing principles of urban form to create a denser, walkable, and connected environment. Typically located at nodes of highly-traveled streets and adjacent to residential neighborhoods. Such developments will be characterized by quality site and building design, a diverse and attractive environment, and are often connected to neighborhoods, trails, and community amenities with pedestrian and cycling paths, but at a lower density than Urban Center.
Urban Center
Urban Center offers opportunities to provide a mix of land uses including residential, office, commercial, service, and employment within a single, concentrated, and dense development. Typically located adjacent to I-25, providing increased density centered along transit nodes. Scaled to create a functional, pedestrian-friendly, urban environment with public gathering spaces. Such developments will be characterized by quality site and building design with a diverse and attractive environment.
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Employment Center
Employment Center provides for a variety of office and enclosed light industrial development types which are compatible with adjacent land uses and promote largescale employment opportunities in a campus-like setting. An Employment Center can also include limited commercial supporting uses.
Industrial
Industrial includes areas best suited for industrial development and limited supporting commercial uses. Industrial land use consists of manufacturing, wholesale, storage, and distribution/shipping facilities. Industrial is intended to provide opportunities for uses not typically suited for commercial, mixed-use, or employment center areas due to their operational impacts such as heavy traffic, noise, and odors.
Residential
Residential includes opportunities for neighborhoods that contain a variety of housing types, ranging from small single-family detached lots to large scale, multi-family developments.
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Community Amenity
Community Amenity refers to the civic, cultural, and intellectual assets (Ex: public utilities, schools, libraries, entertainment venues, municipal services, and hospitals) which contribute to the culture, economy, and vitality of our City and its residents.
Parks + Recreation
Parks + Recreation include areas generally free of development. Primarily used for passive and active parks and recreation, natural resource conservation, trails, or preservation of prominent scenic areas. Parks + Recreation also include recreation centers, playgrounds, ball fields, and multi-sport courts.
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WHAT’S NEXT: ENVISIONING FUTURE LAND USE To gather feedback from the public about future development, the Centennial NEXT team identified 39 Opportunity Sites based on future potential for development, redevelopment, or parks, trails, and open space enhancements along with corresponding future land use designations. As part of Phase 2, workshop exercises and a supplemental online survey asked respondents for feedback on visual preferences for each of the 39 Opportunity Sites. For additional workshop details see Appendix A. For clarity, the 39 Opportunity Sites were grouped by geographic location into 11 Spotlight Areas. The possible scenarios for redevelopment shared by workshop and survey participants have been refined and analyzed by the Centennial NEXT Team and the Centennial NEXT Advisory Committee. A brief summary of each of the Spotlight Areas is featured on the following pages and includes: ▶▶ an existing aerial context map; ▶▶ descriptive narrative of each site; and ▶▶ resulting visual preference selections.
The overall list of Spotlight Areas and their corresponding Opportunity Sites are listed on the next page and shown in the Spotlight Areas Map on the following spread. Spotlight Areas are organized by letter from west to east, and do not reference any type of ranking or priority. A full list of each Opportunity Sites and detailed responses from the workshop survey are available in Appendix C.
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South Broadway Corridor Southglenn Area Arapahoe & University (NW) Arapahoe & University (NE) Cherry Knolls Shopping Center The Streets at SouthGlenn
South University Boulevard/ East Dry Creek Road Node University Towne Center Cherrywood Square Dry Creek Center
East County Line Road Corridor Festival Center Fairways Center Heritage Green Plaza Foxridge Plaza Quebec Village Center Willow Creek Center
Interstate 25 (I-25) Corridor Arapahoe Urban Center (AUC 4) The Jones District Centennial Promenade
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South Havana Street/East Easter Avenue Node Inova Corner Property
East Arapahoe Road Corridor Village at Centennial (West) Village at Centennial (East)
Lincoln/Southfield Employment Center Dove Valley Employment Center Encompass Vacant Property Potomac Park Property
South Parker Road Corridor Fellowship Church Property Vermillion Creek
East Smoky Hill Road Corridor Smoky Hill Retail Smoky Hill Town Center Smoky Hill & Orchard (NW) Smoky Hill & Orchard (NE) Smoky Hill & Orchard (SE) Huntington Park-n-Ride Property
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NOW Located on the western edge of Centennial’s boundary, the South Broadway Corridor shares a boundary with the City of Littleton. South Broadway is a major north/south transportation corridor throughout most of metro Denver. The South Broadway Corridor consists of predominantly commercial uses including retail, neighborhood services, and auto sales. Centennial’s portion of the Corridor is comprised of small-lot residential properties that have been converted to commercial uses and share rear property lines with single-family residential properties. The surrounding area is primarily single-family residential built in the 1950s and 1960s. NEXT Redevelopment of the Corridor will likely come through reinvestment in existing buildings or combining properties to create larger redevelopment sites. CHAPTER 2: VISION
neighborhood center retail
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main street office/ housing
live/work options
WHAT IS VISUAL PREFERENCE IMAGERY? Visual preference imagery is used as a technique for obtaining public feedback on physical design alternatives. A series of images are used to illustrate a development typology and through a survey, participants selected which image they prefer over the others provided.
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pedestrian-oriented shopping
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urban-scale, mixed-use employment
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plaza with water features
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Located at the intersection of two major transportation corridors, East Arapahoe urban-format employment Road and South University Boulevard, the Southglenn Area is anchored by The Streets at SouthGlenn, a regional, mixed-use retail redevelopment of the former Southglenn Mall. Outside of The Streets at SouthGlenn, the adjacent Southglenn Area has dated commercial uses, convenience retail, and office uses within a grocery-anchored retail center. The surrounding area is primarily single-family residential built in the 1960s and 1970s. Several parks and trails exist in the immediate area.
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urban-format employment
amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
small-scale retail
urban-scale, mixed-use employment
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live/work options
housing above retail
2- to 3-story townhomes
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trail access
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Located at the intersection of two major transportation corridors, South University Boulevard and East Dry Creek Road, the University/Dry Creek Node contains Arapahoe High School and groceryanchored retail centers. The surrounding area is primarily single-family residential built between the 1960s and 1980s. Open space and trails exist in the immediate area. NEXT Future redevelopment of the Node could include leveraging trail connections and open space to transition existing retail centers to accommodate future retail trends along with mixed-use and varied residential housing types through the creation of Neighborhood Activity Centers. CHAPTER 2: VISION
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pedestrian-oriented shopping
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plaza with seating
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NOW Located on the southern edge of Centennial’s boundary, the East County Line Road Corridor shares a boundary with the City of Lone Tree, Douglas County, and Highlands Ranch. The East County Line Corridor is an east/west transportation corridor running parallel to Highway C-470 between South University Boulevard and South Quebec Street. Centennial’s portion of the East County Line Corridor consists of single-family residential neighborhoods and grocery-anchored retail centers at major intersections. The surrounding single-family residential was built in the 1980s. NEXT Future redevelopment for the Corridor could include transitioning existing retail centers to accommodate future retail trends along with mixed-use and varied residential housing types through the creation of neighborhood activity centers. CHAPTER 2: VISION
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The northern portion of the I-25 Corridor, north of East Dry Creek Road, is predominantly low-rise office and industrial with limited retail.
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integrated retail/ high-density large-scale entertainment housing
urban-scale, mixed-use employment
urban-format employment
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4- to 6-story apartments/ condos
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plaza with seating
integrated public art
mobility hub
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Redevelopment of the Corridor could include leveraging highway, light rail, and its regional location to transition existing retail medium- to high-density, mixed-use housing and employment centers to accommodate future office, retail, and residential trends. Opportunities for the Corridor include leveraging the Arapahoe Road/ I-25 and Dry Creek/I-25 interchanges to increase the density of office, retail, and residential uses. However, opportunities are limited due to the lack of light rail access within walking distance. Attention to connections between development and the light rail station will be essential. CHAPTER 2: VISION
large-scale retail
office towers
Residential
The southern portion of the I-25 Corridor, which includes the Dry Creek light rail station, Panorama Corporate Center, developing Jones District, IKEA Centennial, and Centennial Promenade, make this area a regional retail destination and business park, which also benefits from proximity to Park Meadows Mall and I-25/C-470.
Office/ Mixed-Use
Located on the west side of I-25, the I-25 Corridor is bordered on the south by East County Line Road, on the north by East Arapahoe Road, on the west by South Yosemite Street, and is bisected by East Dry Creek Road. The Corridor consists of regional retail, low-rise office, industrial/flex uses, convenience retail, and vacant land. The commercial and business park nature of the area is influenced by its proximity to I-25 interchanges and the Dry Creek Light Rail Station. The surrounding area to the west is primarily single-family residential.
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NOW The South Havana Street/East Easter Avenue Node is located east of I-25 and south of East Arapahoe Road. The Node consists of office, industrial/flex, retail, and residential uses that are influenced by proximity to East Arapahoe Road, I-25, East Dry Creek Road, Inverness, Topgolf, and Centennial Airport. The surrounding area is primarily strip commercial, business park, and aviation-related land uses.
Residential
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small-scale retail
urban-scale, mixed-use employment
urban-format employment
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Located between I-25 and South Parker Road, the East Arapahoe Road Corridor consists of strip commercial, office, and industrial uses that are influenced by commuter traffic, lack of residential, auto dealerships, Centennial Airport, and multiple jurisdictions. The surrounding area is primarily business parks, limited residential, vacant land, and open space/ recreation areas including Centennial Center Park. NEXT Future redevelopment for the Corridor could include transitioning the existing strip commercial to accommodate current retail trends, varied residential housing types, and the creation of mixed use “mini-main streets� at nodes along East Arapahoe Road including adjacent to the Civic Center and Centennial Center Park. CHAPTER 2: VISION
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NOW Located between South Havana Street and South Potomac Street on the north side of East Arapahoe Road, the Lincoln/Southfield Employment Center consists of office, industrial/flex uses, and vacant land in a business park setting. The surrounding area is primarily open space/ recreation, limited residential, and strip commercial. NEXT Future redevelopment of the Center could include additional employment center-related uses such as office, industrial/flex, commercial, and limited residential. CHAPTER 2: VISION
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shelters/open space
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Recreation
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NOW Located between Centennial Airport and South Jordan Road on the south side of East Arapahoe Road, the Dove Valley Employment Center consists of office, industrial/flex use, sports, and recreation facilities, limited retail, residential, and vacant land in a business park setting within multiple jurisdictions. Uses within the surrounding area primarily include business park, strip commercial, aviation-related uses, residential, and vacant land.
Civic/ Community
soccer/ball fields
NEXT Future development and redevelopment for the area could include additional employment center-related uses including office, industrial/flex, commercial, recreation, limited residential, and additional park, trails and recreation. CHAPTER 2: VISION
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NOW Located between East Orchard Road and the Arapahoe/Douglas County border, the South Parker Road Corridor consists of neighborhood retail centers, residential, and limited commercial within multiple jurisdictions. The surrounding area is primarily single-family and multi-family residential, open space/recreation, and retail.
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Civic/Community
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main street retail/housing above
trail access
water features/fountains
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NOW Located on the eastern edge of Centennial’s boundary, the East Smoky Hill Road Corridor is shared with the City of Aurora and Arapahoe County. The East Smoky Hill Road Corridor is a diagonal transportation corridor running between South Parker Road and Highway E-470. Centennial’s portion of the East Smoky Hill Road Corridor and surrounding area consists of single-family residential neighborhoods and grocery-anchored retail centers at major intersections.
pedestrian-oriented shopping
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urban-scale, mixed-use employment
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small-scale retail
main street office/ housing
live/work options
Civic/Community
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PLAN ORGANIZATION What’s next for Centennial? This question was asked of residents, community stakeholders, subject matter experts, the Centennial NEXT Advisory Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, and City Council. What follows is the structure to guide Centennial’s NEXT opportunities. Centennial NEXT is presented with the City’s overarching Vision for the future and four main Themes, followed by Goals, and Strategies to achieve that vision. ▶▶
Vision: What does the future look like for Centennial? • Themes: Four main topics of the Plan that hold the overall visions, priorities, and organizational structure. ▷▷ G oals: What should Centennial work toward to realize its vision? »» Strategies: What specific programs and policies do we need to implement to achieve our goals? What existing programs and policies are in place that we should continue to use?
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Strategies must be relevant, adaptive, and decisive in order to realize the Vision and Goals. The Strategies listed within each theme are intended to influence future zoning and regulation changes, suggest potential funding/financing tools, establish and leverage new partnerships, prioritize capital investments, and illustrate desired land development patterns. Resources and partnerships required for each strategy will be considered in conjunction with the City’s annual budgeting and strategic planning process. The order in which Goals and Strategies are presented in Centennial NEXT are not reflective of the importance nor the order in which they could happen.
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CENTENNIAL NEXT VISION From Learning to Leading. Born out of intention and optimism, the NEXT Centennial will lead the way for resilient, innovative, and connected communities. Centennial has identified the following four main themes as overall priorities and organization structure.
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PLAN THEMES OUR NEXT PLACES Creating Experiences.
Centennial will create remarkable places that lead to unforgettable experiences. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
OUR NEXT ECONOMY Strong. Diverse. Resilient.
Centennial will support an economy to serve as a model of strength, diversity, and resilience for the region and beyond. Centennial preserves, grows, and attracts employers through business-friendly policies and practices.
OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS A Smart Suburban City.
As an innovative and smart suburban city, Centennial will be a model for others. Centennial embraces the life cycle of technology to apply emerging and innovative technologies to connect the community through essential services.
OUR NEXT COMMUNITY Healthy. Happy. Connected.
Centennial will integrate arts, culture, technology, and recreation opportunities within a connected community providing amenities and experiences for all walks of life. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
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OUR NEXT PLACES CREATING EXPERIENCES. CENTENNIAL WILL CREATE REMARKABLE PLACES THAT LEAD TO UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES. CENTENNIAL CELEBRATES THE EVOLVING DIVERSITY OF THE COMMUNITY AS A PLACE TO LIVE; A PLACE TO STAY; A PLACE TO BE.
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PLACES - 1. Support enhanced connections between Centennial’s neighborhoods and nearby commercial centers and Neighborhood Activity Centers (NAC). 1a.
Provide and/or improve connections between different modes of transportation within NACs (Ex: bicycle, bus, and trail connections).
1b.
Create and preserve desired connection opportunities through easements or rights-of-way dedications.
1c.
Coordinate with transportation providers on transit studies to identify appropriate transit modes, stops, and connections within the City at NACs and other areas of interest.
1d.
Require transportation infrastructure that supports and enhances the overall vitality and accessibility of mixed-use developments and NACs.
PLACES - 2. Create and uphold community character through enhanced design standards and placemaking initiatives.
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Enhance the City’s gateways and major corridors to create a unique sense of place through the establishment of streetscape design standards and wayfinding signage program(s).
2b.
Establish high-quality design and development standards for new development and redevelopment throughout the City, with emphasis placed along major roadways, areas of special interest, and selected types of development.
2c.
Ensure new development and redevelopment: i.
Provides open space and landscaping that maximizes aesthetics, is context appropriate, is resilient to the climate, and fulfills its intended purpose.
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Complements and enhances the vitality of the surrounding area.
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Provides pedestrian-oriented design, including sidewalks, seating, shade, trash receptacles, lighting, and bike racks.
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Is reviewed against adopted sub-area plans and City-wide studies.
2d.
Explore the benefits and opportunities of initiating a study to identify priority scenic view corridors and level of desired protection. Within the study, consider creating protection overlays to identify regulations and restrictions.
2e.
Encourage the creative reuse of non-standard, undevelopable lots and tracts as a means to foster community interaction (Ex: community gardens, neighborhood art displays, and outdoor performance areas).
2f.
Evaluate development regulations to identify ways that the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) can be incorporated into the design of new development and redevelopment.
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PLACES - 3. Promote social, physical, and economic health by allowing an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix. 3a.
Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to support mixed-use development within commercial areas, including: i.
Changes to the land use tables to permit a greater mix of uses within commercial zone districts; and
ii.
Changes to development standards to permit a greater mix of heights and densities within commercial zone districts.
3b.
Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to permit a greater mix of densities within residential zone districts for new development, while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding area.
3c.
Ensure all Neighborhood Activity Centers (NACs) support a variety of transportation options and promote pedestrian-friendly connections to adjacent neighborhoods and trails.
3d.
Support Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) near the City’s urban centers (generally within one mile of transit hubs).
3e.
Encourage development around Centennial Airport that enhances the vitality of the Airport and surrounding area, while balancing the needs of the City and market trends.
PLACES - 4. Provide opportunities for new housing options that meet market trends and the evolving needs of current and future residents. 4a.
Support increased residential densities within Transit Oriented Developments (TODs).
4b.
Support increased residential densities within and in close proximity to Neighborhood Activity Centers (NACs), generally within a Âź mile.
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Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to regulate residential densities by zone district, not by housing type.
4d.
Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to ensure new residential development provides a variety of housing sizes, types, densities, styles, and price ranges to meet market demands.
4e.
Explore the allowance for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) within residential areas, subject to operation and design guidelines that respect the character and context of the City’s various neighborhoods and zone districts.
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PLACES - 5. Enhance established neighborhoods and promote reinvestment in the existing housing stock. 5a.
Ensure new residential construction and additions to existing housing complements and enhances the aesthetics of the surrounding area.
5b.
Protect the established character and topography between existing and new development, providing appropriate transitions through design and placement of buildings and structures.
5c.
Sustain a high-level of maintenance for public infrastructure in established neighborhoods.
5d.
Partner with other agencies to provide support for continued upkeep and maintenance of existing housing, to include collaboration with neighborhood associations.
5e.
Continually advertise and evaluate rebate and incentive programs to assist residential homeowners with maintenance, accessibility modifications, and upkeep of their homes and properties (Ex: reduced or waived permit fees, home renovation seminars, remodeled home tours, or education about forming improvement districts).
5f.
Strengthen the vitality of neighborhoods with responsive municipal code enforcement addressing emerging concerns in the community.
5g.
Explore the creation of a neighborhood beautification grant program for certain neighborhood improvement projects having a positive impact on the City’s image and streetscapes.
PLACES - 6. Promote resiliency, sustainability, and energy-efficiency through planning, development, and building practices and products.
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Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to require stormwater facilities and features to serve multiple purposes, including landscaping, parks, trails, and open space, where practical.
6b.
Advertise existing rebate and incentive programs for the purchase and use of energy-efficient technologies and sustainable practices.
6c.
Investigate sustainability measures that should be implemented City-wide and update the Land Development Code (LDC) to reflect these identified base regulations (Ex: LEED Certified and other rating system standards).
6d.
Explore implementation of renewable alternative energy sources, technology, and design for municipal facilities.
6e.
Continue to collaborate with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office in the creation and implementation of the five-year Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan as well as the Arapahoe County Recovery Framework. These plans are designed to identify, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potential hazards that could weaken the Centennial community (Ex: water shortages, abrupt economic shifts, unforeseen negative fiscal impacts, immediate termination of contract agreements, environmental shifts, and extreme weather).
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PLACES - 7. Advance the provision of utilities and public services in a manner that contributes to a positive image and City identity. 7a.
Require the undergrounding of energy and communication lines, as practical, and screening of mechanical equipment, as part of all new development and redevelopment.
7b.
Identify regional utility corridors for potential enhancements (Ex: stormwater improvements and systems, parks and trails systems, undergrounding of existing utility lines, and areas for collaboration of public service providers).
7c.
Encourage and coordinate co-location of utilities to minimize development constraints and impacts to the natural environment.
7d.
Partner with utility providers to investigate opportunities for art/graphics integration on utility facilities, such as using art or other graphics to wrap utility cabinets when in public view.
PLACES - 8. Consider annexations that meet the future needs and fulfill the long-term goals of the City. 8a.
Evaluate costs and benefits of annexing new areas into the City.
8b.
Consider annexations that will bring existing enclaves (areas surrounded entirely by Centennial) and adjacent land into the City.
8c.
Coordinate with adjacent jurisdictions to resolve potential annexation and/or boundary conflicts.
8d.
Create a Three-Mile Plan (C.R.S. 31-12-105 et. Seq.) to outline potential annexations within a three-mile radius of the existing City boundary and describe the City’s ability to provide municipal services within the newly annexed territory.
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OUR NEXT ECONOMY STRONG. DIVERSE. RESILIENT. CENTENNIAL WILL SUPPORT AN ECONOMY TO SERVE AS A MODEL OF STRENGTH, DIVERSITY, AND RESILIENCE FOR THE REGION AND BEYOND. CENTENNIAL PRESERVES, GROWS, AND ATTRACTS EMPLOYERS THROUGH BUSINESS-FRIENDLY POLICIES AND PRACTICES.
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ECONOMY - 2.
ECONOMY - 3.
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OUR NEXT ECONOMY Position Centennial’s employment centers to participate in the innovation economy. 1a.
Leverage Centennial’s Smart City initiatives, partnerships, and infrastructure to attract, retain, and expand innovation-based companies.
1b.
Support reinvestment in employment centers through the use of incentives.
1c.
Reposition existing employment centers to accommodate a greater mix of uses and densities.
1d.
Work with business and property owners to apply for and obtain funds (Ex: Community Development Block Grants) to redevelop dilapidated sites/buildings.
1e.
Identify assets and address barriers to reinvestment in existing employment centers.
Leverage the strengths and interconnectedness of metro Denver’s regional economy. 2a.
Support partnerships with local jurisdictions, state, federal, and other regional organizations on economic development initiatives.
2b.
Adhere to the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation’s code of ethics.
2c.
Pursue a Centennial-specific targeted industry strategy that identifies Centennial’s unique contribution to, and alignment with, metro Denver’s targeted industry strategy.
2d.
Maintain involvement, resource-based support, and evaluation of new and existing organizations that have shared economic development interests and goals.
2e.
Purposefully focus resources on targeting companies for attraction, retention, and expansion that are within high location quotient industries.
Further diversify Centennial and Denver South’s economy. 3a.
Target unique businesses that increase Centennial’s sense of place through business assistance, marketing, and consideration of incentives.
3b.
Market Centennial as a business location for aerospace and aviation-related companies, leveraging Centennial Airport and metro Denver’s aerospace industry cluster.
3c.
Continue to regularly evaluate the Land Development Code (LDC) for potential updates to ensure alignment with economic industry and technology trends.
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Attract and develop an exceptional workforce equipped to adapt to a changing economy. 4a.
Investigate housing demand with specific consideration given to identifying housing types needed to attract and retain the current and future targeted workforce.
4b.
Implement initiatives and policies that support reinvestment in Centennial’s built environment to appeal to the current and future targeted workforce. These initiatives could include placemaking, infrastructure, mixed-use retail center reinvestment, experiential retail and unique business attraction, quality of life improvements, and installation of new urban amenities, where appropriate.
4c.
Partner with local and regional organizations to advance workforce education and training opportunities that align with future business needs.
4d.
Continue to connect local businesses to regional workforce development organizations.
4e.
Identify assets and address barriers to attracting and developing an exceptional workforce in Centennial.
Attract, retain, and grow a diverse set of high-quality jobs and businesses that thrive in the innovation economy and support residents in the achievement, retention, and growth of wealth. 5a.
Build lasting relationships with local businesses and connect them to business resources.
5b.
Cultivate entrepreneurship in partnership with local and regional organizations.
5c.
Maintain and preserve a supply of existing real estate and land sites needed to accommodate future job growth through appropriate zoning.
5d.
Embrace Centennial’s work-from-home and location-neutral workforce and their needs, including fiber to homes and businesses.
5e.
Identify assets and address barriers to attracting work-from-home jobs, including physical infrastructure, facilities regulations, and social networks.
5f.
Market Centennial’s work-from-home assets.
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OUR NEXT ECONOMY Retain and expand the City’s tax base and revenue sources by repositioning Centennial’s retail centers to respond to the ever-changing retail environment and consumer demands. 6a.
Support reinvestment in retail centers through the use of incentives and other tools, including exploration of urban renewal tools.
6b.
Engage owners, developers, and investors to transition aging shopping centers into Neighborhood Activity Centers and regional destinations by introducing the following: ▶▶
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Improved connections to surrounding neighborhoods, trails, and amenities
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Modern façade enhancements
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“Mini Main Streets” with pedestrian-scaled design
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Diversify the City’s retail tax base, with a focus on experiential retail in existing tenant spaces.
6d.
Consider annexations that expand the City’s tax base and revenue sources.
6e.
Develop a program to support temporary events and projects in Neighborhood Activity Centers that tap into the creative spirit of Centennial’s retailers and residents with unique activation of public spaces.
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OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS A SMART SUBURBAN CITY. AS AN INNOVATIVE AND SMART SUBURBAN CITY, CENTENNIAL WILL BE A MODEL FOR OTHERS. CENTENNIAL EMBRACES THE LIFE CYCLE OF TECHNOLOGY TO APPLY EMERGING AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES TO CONNECT THE COMMUNITY THROUGH ESSENTIAL SERVICES.
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INNOVATIONS - 1. Establish Centennial as an incubator for innovative ideas and pilot projects that are the topic of public and private sector conversations about governmental efficiency. 1a. Advance Centennial’s internal information systems infrastructure to provide the most efficient, effective, and responsive service to Centennial residents and businesses. 1b. Encourage a culture of innovation that is efficient, flexible, and willing to test new approaches through pilot projects in partnership with public and private organizations. 1c. Use the City’s built infrastructure, including fiber, to enhance Smart City initiatives. 1d. Develop and maintain lists of high-priority challenges and City assets to foster pilot projects that address city needs. 1e. Identify additional infrastructure that could be leveraged as Centennial develops into a Smart City. 1f. Where possible, identify opportunities to deploy multiple Smart City solutions in the same locations (Ex: Innovation Districts) to realize outcomes that are greater than the sum of their parts. 1g. Analyze the City’s street light system to identify potential solutions to reduce costs and enable additional Smart City solutions.
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INNOVATIONS - 2. Provide opportunities for citizens to connect with their neighbors, their government, and the information technology required to thrive in the 21st Century. 2a. Support e-government services and associated infrastructure to ensure residents and businesses have access to the services they need, when and where they need them. 2b. Continue to develop and implement strategies prioritizing fiber infrastructure, and work to ensure Centennial residents and businesses have access to affordable high-speed Internet. 2c. Encourage all residents to participate in City government by prioritizing initiatives to increase transparency and innovative outreach efforts. INNOVATIONS - 3. Ensure Centennial’s built environment supports technological changes in transportation. 3a. Continue to implement the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) as identified in the ITS Master Plan to improve and expand operational efficiency. 3b. Encourage and support development that provides opportunities and infrastructure for future transportation needs and trends, such as autonomous and connected vehicles and other emerging transportation solutions. 3c. Consider workplace, residential, and publicly available sites for electric vehicle charging stations.
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OUR NEXT COMMUNITY HEALTHY. HAPPY. CONNECTED. CENTENNIAL WILL INTEGRATE ARTS, CULTURE, TECHNOLOGY, AND RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN A CONNECTED COMMUNITY PROVIDING AMENITIES AND EXPERIENCES FOR ALL WALKS OF LIFE. OUR NEIGHBORHOODS FORM THE FOUNDATION OF OUR CITY, MAKING IT A DESIRABLE AND ATTAINABLE PLACE TO LIVE FOR ALL.
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COMMUNITY - 1. Continue to improve and expand a balanced, connected, and sustainable multi-modal transportation system. 1a.
Ensure all applications for development are reviewed against the Transportation Master Plan and Capital Improvement Program for compliance with its adopted goals and policies.
1b.
Create and implement policies and programs that provide complete and connected pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
1c.
Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to reflect minimum/maximum parking demands and their relation to changing market needs (reduced for Transit-Oriented Development or capped for large office complexes).
1d.
Update the Land Development Code (LDC) to include an analysis of multi-modal infrastructure when conducting traffic impact studies.
1e.
Participate in Denver Regional Council of Government’s (DRCOG) regional transportation plan to specifically identify future transportation connections and create a plan to preserve rights-of-way for said connections.
1f.
Explore alternate transportation options along East Arapahoe Road and other major corridors (Ex: light rail/street car and bus rapid transit).
COMMUNITY - 2. Incorporate additional open space and recreational opportunities within the City. 2a.
Encourage the use of the City’s parks for health and wellness.
2b.
Ensure all applications for development and redevelopment are reviewed against the Trails and Recreation Plan for compliance with its adopted goals and policies.
2c.
Encourage all new development and redevelopment to provide connections to existing or planned open space, trails, parks, recreation facilities, and other public places (Ex: schools and libraries) within close proximity to the development, where practical.
COMMUNITY - 3. Implement non-infrastructure methods of reducing traffic congestion in partnership with regional transportation management organizations or associations.
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Support and promote Transportation Demand Management programs, strategies, and services.
3b.
Promote education and information about alternative transportation options to reduce travel demand.
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COMMUNITY - 4. Pursue recreational, civic, art, culture, wellness, and tourism opportunities that enhance quality of life within the City. 4a.
Integrate active lifestyle considerations as an essential component of the City’s built environment. i.
Encourage mixed-use centers, corridors, and neighborhoods that support the ability of residents to meet their daily needs without reliance on vehicles.
ii.
Enhance options for active transportation, such as pedestrian and bicycle travel.
iii.
Design streets and other public spaces with an eye towards the safety and comfort of pedestrians.
iv.
Complete the City’s sidewalk network.
4b.
Explore the benefits and opportunities for creating a City Arts and Culture Commission, or partnerships with other organizations to create a similar entity.
4c.
Identify opportunities, potential locations, and partnerships for public art and cultural facilities within the City.
4d.
Seek opportunities to incorporate art into public projects, such as buildings, parks, recreation facilities, streetscape enhancements, and other infrastructure improvements.
4e.
Encourage the incorporation of art amenities in private development and the involvement of local artists in the design process.
COMMUNITY - 5. Support the local food system and increase access to and availability of locally grown food. 5a.
Support and advertise the allowance for farmers’ markets, seasonal sales, and other similar temporary or special events.
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Explore potential partners, strategies, and funding options to support agricultural destinations (Ex: vineyards, botanical gardens, community gardens, and urban farms) throughout the City.
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Support development of school gardens to encourage education in health and wellness.
COMMUNITY - 6. Ensure that Centennial is accessible to people from all walks of life through implementation of Universal Design elements within the built environment. 6a.
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Explore the inclusion of Universal Design Standard elements within the City’s regulating documents, including: i.
Building codes and criteria for new and re-purposed buildings and structures of all types (Ex: residential, commercial, and institutional).
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The Land Development Code (LDC) and the Roadway Design and Construction Standards Manual for all new public and private infrastructure (Ex: parks, plazas, playgrounds, sidewalks/bridges, and parking lots).
Encourage the use of Universal Design Standards within the existing housing stock.
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DEFINITIONS ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are small secondary residential structures located behind the primary house or within an existing house. They are commonly known as “granny flats,” “mother-in-law apartments,” “alley houses,” “secondary dwellings,” or “carriage houses.” ADUs can also be incorporated into existing primary homes located within a basement, attic space, or above an attached garage with separate access.
AGING IN COMMUNITY Aging in community is the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.
CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (CPTED) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is defined as a multi-disciplinary approach to deterring criminal behavior through environmental design. CPTED strategies rely upon the ability to influence offender decisions that precede criminal acts by affecting the built, social, and administrative environment.
EMPLOYMENT CENTER Employment center is a term used in economic development to describe a geographic area within a city where there is a high concentration of employment. Examples of employment centers within Centennial include the Panorama area west of I-25 between South County Line and East Dry Creek Road, Southgate area west of I-25 between East Dry Creek Road and East Arapahoe Road, and the central corridor of the City along East Arapahoe Road between South Havana Street and South Jordan Road.
INNOVATION ECONOMY The innovation economy refers to the growing influence of knowledge, innovation, and technology as key drivers of economic growth today and in the future.
INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) refers to technologies that advance transportation safety and mobility by integrating advanced communications technologies into transportation infrastructure and vehicles. It encompasses a broad range of wireless and traditional communications-based information and electronic technologies. 3-24
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LOCATION QUOTIENT Location quotient is a ratio that compares Centennial’s employment share of a particular industry with the employment share of the same industry nationally. A location quotient of 1.0 indicates that the region’s employment concentration is equal to that of the nation. High location quotient industries (greater than 1.5) are industries with a higher concentration of employment in Centennial than the nation.
MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT A combination of residential and commercial uses, or several classifications of commercial uses that are blended and functionally integrated.
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program addresses water pollution by regulating point sources that discharge pollutants to waters of the United States.
NEIGHBORHOOD ACTIVITY CENTERS Neighborhood Activity Centers (NACs) are mixed-use commercial centers providing integrated housing, goods and services, and employment opportunities within walking or biking distance of residential neighborhoods. NACs differ from other commercial developments, where shopping and employment opportunities are not integrated with adjacent residential land uses.
PEDESTRIAN-SCALE Pedestrian scale means the use of human proportioned architectural features and site design elements clearly oriented to pedestrian activity. Such elements are typically smaller in scale and more proportional to the human body, rather than monumental or large scale, and include surface texture and patterns, lighting, colors, materials, and architectural details.
PLACEMAKING Placemaking is about creating unique quality places that people want to visit. Placemaking is a multifaceted approach to planning, designing, and managing public spaces to capitalize on the local community’s assets, inspiration, and potential with the intention of creating public spaces that promote people’s health, happiness, and well-being.
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SMART CITY The Smart City looks at using new technology, data, and processes to meet the needs of our residents, businesses, and visitors. These initiatives help Centennial become more adaptive, efficient, connected, and enjoyable.
TARGETED WORKFORCE The targeted workforce refers to the people that will support current and future Centennial businesses in an ever changing economy.
THREE-MILE PLAN The three-mile plan is a long range planning opportunity for municipalities to consider where they want to annex, how they will provide service in the newly annexed areas, and how they will sustain adequate levels of service throughout the rest of the municipality. It ensures that the municipality will annex land only when it is consistent with pre-existing plans for the surrounding area.
TRANSIT HUB A transit hub is a place where passengers and/or cargo are exchanged between vehicles or between transport modes. Transit hubs could include train stations, rapid transit stations, bus stops, tram stop, airports, car share stops, etc.
TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs) are typically mixed-use and higher-density than surrounding neighborhoods. They generally occur within one mile of transit stop(s) with high-frequency service and have accessible bicycle and pedestrian connections.
UNIVERSAL DESIGN Universal Design refers to products and environments that are accessible to all people across the different spectrums of age and ability and allows individuals to live comfortably at any stage of life.
WORKFORCE HOUSING Workforce housing is housing that is affordable to workers and close to their jobs. It is homeownership, as well as rental housing, that can be reasonably afforded by a moderate to middle income, critical workforce and located in acceptable proximity to workforce centers.
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ACRONYMS ADU - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT CCSD - CHERRY CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT CIP - CAPTIAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CPTED - CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN CRS - COLORADO REVISED STATUTE DRCOG - DENVER REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS ITS - INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM LDC - LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE LEED - LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN LPS - LITTLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS NAC - NEIGHBORHOOD ACTIVITY CENTER NPDES - NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM SEMSWA - SOUTHEAST METROPOLITAN STORMWATER AUTHORITY TDM - TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT TOD - TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT TRP - TRAILS AND RECREATION PLAN TMP - TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN
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Public Outreach Process INTRODUCTION The process to create Centennial NEXT was led by the Centennial NEXT Team; informed by a consultant team and public input; and guided by the Advisory Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council, and other City boards and commissions. Effective and innovative public outreach was critical to the success of Centennial NEXT and all members of the community were strongly encouraged to participate in the process. The public provided input in creating a framework to guide the decisions to enhance the Centennial community over the next 20 years, defining a vision and future roadmap for the City. The process was organized in three Phases. Summaries for each phase, including community involvement events, tracked demographics, and key outreach feedback, and results are summarized on the following pages.
MAY 2016 NOVEMBER 2016
PHASE 1
PHASE 2
Foundation Community Kickoff Events Community Assessment Plan Audit
JULY 2016 AUGUST 2017
MAY 2017 OCTOBER 2018
PHASE 3 Goals + Strategies Part 2
Visioning Goals + Strategies Part 1
Community Outreach Draft Plan Development
Framework Document
Public Comment
Opportunity Sites Spotlight Areas
Final Plan Development Plan Adoption Plan Ratification Phase 3 Outreach
Phase 1 Outreach
Phase 2 Outreach
614 Respondents
480 Respondents
1,146 Respondents
4,274 Reached*
5,852 Reached*
65,562 Reached*
*Reach is the total number of people that saw content related to Centennial NEXT on social media outlets.
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BACKGROUND What is Centennial NEXT? Centennial NEXT is an initiative that engages the public in defining a shared vision for the City between now and 2040. This City-wide plan will guide our approach to preserving, enhancing and growing Centennial’s neighborhoods in a way that promotes mutual prosperity, coordinated public investment and a healthy environment. During this planning effort, the City turned to those who know the City best – its residents, businesses and stakeholders - to help identify opportunities, challenges and visions for Centennial’s future.
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS PLANNING PROCESS NOW? WHY IS CENTENNIAL NEXT IMPORTANT?
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The City of Centennial and the metro Denver area have experienced growth and change since the current plan was developed and adopted. Since 2004, RTD’s southeast light rail line has opened service to Centennial, the Southglenn Mall has been redeveloped into The Streets at SouthGlenn and the City’s limits grew from 24 to 29 square miles. The City of Centennial has evolved from a newcomer into a regional leader. The current plan was adopted in 2004, shortly after the City’s incorporation. Over a decade later, it does not fully reflect Centennial’s current voice and vision or respond to future opportunities and challenges. This planning process is an opportunity for the entire community to plan for future growth in a manner that is respectful of the City’s values and desired future. Change offers opportunities but also presents challenges. As the City and region’s population grows more diverse, so does its needs and preferences for housing, shopping, recreation and entertainment, transportation, and public services. Neighborhoods, shopping centers, and infrastructure age and need investment and revitalization. Some places should be protected and reinvestment encouraged, while others offer opportunities to introduce new types of neighborhoods, shopping, entertainment, and recreational experiences to appeal to a growing and changing population. How can Centennial make these critical decisions? What does the community’s future look like? And how do we get there? These are some of the important questions the planning process will explore and answer.
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2016 Community Involvement
HOW HAS THE COMMUNITY BEEN INVOLVED?
Attendees/ Respondents
Date
Name
Event + Location
July 16
Kickoff Event #1
Brew-N-Que, Centennial Center Park
July 16 (through October 03)
Online Survey #1: Values
centennialco.gov/centennialnext
264
July 21
Kickoff Event #2
SAVOR Centennial, Plaza at Centennial Center Park
~ 40
July 28, August 9, August 16, September 22, October 18, October 27
Stakeholder Interviews (see attached list of interviewees)
City of Centennial Building, Public Works Building (Senior Commission)
August 02
Kickoff Event #3
National Night Out, Centennial Center Park
~ 500
August 13
Visioning Event #1
Centennial Under the Stars, Centennial Center Park
~ 300
August 16
Visioning Event #2
Visioning Open House, Smoky Hill Library
5
August 16 (through October 03)
Online Survey #2: Crafting the Vision
centennialco.gov/centennialnext
40
August 22
Informational Presentation
CenCON Meeting, Library Administration Building
28
September 07
Visioning Event #3
Visioning Open House, SouthGlenn Library
September 22
Stakeholder Interviews
City of Centennial Building, Youth Commission
September 24
Visioning Event #4
Centennial Chalk Art Festival, Centennial Center Park
~ 30
November 17, 2016 (through March 06, 2017)
Online Survey #3: Fulfilling the Vision
centennialco.gov/centennialnext
230
November 19
Visioning Event #5
Holiday Lighting Event, Centennial Center Park
~ 300
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VALUES What do you LOVE about Centennial?
most popular response themes:
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1. PARKS
7. CENTENNIAL CENTER PARK
2. TRAILS
8. COMMUNITY + RECREATION AMENITIES
3. SCHOOLS 4. LOCATION/ ACCESS 5. LOW CRIME RATE/ SAFETY 6. NEIGHBORHOODS
9. SHOPPING 10. COMMUNITY FESTIVALS/ EVENTS
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TOP 10
Responses have been compiled from Online Questionnaires #1 and #2; from feedback at stakeholder interviews; Centennial NEXT Kickoff Events at Centennial Brew-N-Que, SAVOR Centennial, and National Night Out; and Centennial NEXT Vision Events at Centennial Under the Stars, the Centennial Chalk Art Festival, and two Visioning Open Houses.
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What do you want to PRESERVE?
most popular response themes:
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7. SMALL-TOWN FEEL
2. PARKS + RECREATION
8. FAMILY-FRIENDLY CHARACTER
3. TRAILS 4. NEIGHBORHOODS 5. SAFETY 6. NATURAL ASSETS/ BEAUTY
9. HIGH-QUALITY SCHOOLS 10. BIKEABILITY
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1. OPEN SPACE
Responses have been compiled from Online Questionnaires #1 and #2; from feedback at stakeholder interviews; Centennial NEXT Kickoff Events at Centennial BrewN-Que, SAVOR Centennial, and National Night Out; and Centennial NEXT Vision Events at Centennial Under the Stars, the Centennial Chalk Art Festival, and two Visioning Open Houses.
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VALUES What would you like to IMPROVE?
most popular response themes:
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1. MITIGATE TRAFFIC
7. ADD TRAILS
2. IMPROVE ROADS
8. CREATE AN IDENTITY
3. INCREASE WALKABILITY
9. INCREASE LOCAL + REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
4. INCREASE BIKEABILITY 5. INCREASE TRANSIT ACCESS 6. INCREASE SNOW REMOVAL
10. INCREASE EVENTS
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TOP 10
Responses have been compiled from Online Questionnaires #1 and #2; from feedback at stakeholder interviews; Centennial NEXT Kickoff Events at Centennial Brew-N-Que, SAVOR Centennial, and National Night Out; and Centennial NEXT Vision Events at Centennial Under the Stars, the Centennial Chalk Art Festival, and two Visioning Open Houses.
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VISION FOR CENTENNIAL NEXT strive to BE?OUR VISION Who will Centennial CENTENNIAL
G U ID ING V ISIO N STAT EMENT From Learning to Leading. Born out of intention and optimism, Centennial will continue to prosper as a premier destination to live, learn, work, grow and age in the community.
C O MMU NIT Y D ESIG N A ND ID ENT IT Y Our Sense of Place. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
EC O NO MIC D EV ELO P MENT Retention and Attraction. Centennial preserves, grows and attracts employers and workforce through business-friendly policies and practices.
H O U SING A ND D EMO G RA P H IC S Strength in Our Neighborhoods. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
P A RKS, O P EN SP A C E, T RA ILS A ND REC RE AT IO N Health and Wellness. All residents can enjoy a rich culture of community events, scenic views and a cohesive system of distinctive parks, open space, trails and recreation facilities.
T RA NSP O RTAT IO N Innovative Mobility. Centennial capitalizes on emerging technologies and the creation of an integrated transportation system, promoting seamless multimodal connections for both recreation and commuting.
ESSENT IA L C O MMU NIT Y SERV IC ES Quality and Innovation. Centennial connects the community through essential services and innovative technologies. For more information about the project and additional workshop opportunities, please visit: centennialco.gov/centennialnext
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STAKEHOLDERS INTERVIEWED
▶▶ Andrea Suhaka
▶▶ Lynn Cornell
▶▶ Stephanie Piko
▶▶ Randi Gallivan
▶▶ Kelly Brady
▶▶ Pam Sullivan
▶▶ Former Mayor Cathy Noon
▶▶ Candace Moon
▶▶ Shana Cohen
▶▶ Stewart Meek
▶▶ Mike Sutherland
▶▶ CJ Whelan
▶▶ Justin Hamel
▶▶ Eric Eddy
▶▶ Bob Golden
▶▶ Neil Marciniak
▶▶ Gerry Cummins
▶▶ Tammy Mauer
▶▶ Melanie Morgan
▶▶ Scott Jardine
▶▶ Julio Iturreria
▶▶ Senior Commission Members (7 members)
▶▶ Jan Yeckes
▶▶ Youth Commission Members (9 members)
DATES:▶▶ (2016)
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July 28 | August 9, 16 | September 22 | October 18, 27
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BACKGROUND About Phase 2 VISION, OPPORTUNITIES & FRAMEWORK
GOAL: ARTICULATE THE COMMUNITY’S VISION AND CAPTURE ITS VALUES, PRIORITIES, NEEDS, AND DESIRES.
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Phase 2 focused on translating the updated vision into reality by identifying opportunities that contribute to and reflect Centennial’s goals for the future. The specific opportunities identified during this phase (highlighted within this summary packet) integrated the identity, character preservation, and placemaking, while focusing on Centennial’s unique qualities and aspirations to enhance what we already have in our City. The development of a new plan framework and updated goals and policies for the Comprehensive Plan was another major focus of the second phase of Centennial NEXT. At the beginning of this phase, 39 specific sites throughout Centennial were identified on an aerial map based on their future potential for development, redevelopment, or parks, trails, and open space opportunities. These sites became known as the “Opportunity Sites” and are referred to as such within the remainder of this summary packet. The Centennial NEXT team brought the 39 Opportunity Sites to the public during a three-day, four-meeting workshop series that was supplemented by an online survey and Facebook Live discussion panel. The Centennial NEXT team asked Centennial residents and stakeholders for feedback on the land use types they’d like to see at these sites, as well as visual preferences for each land use type they selected. The feedback gathered from the in-person events and the online survey is summarized on the following pages and in Appendix C.
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HOW HAS THE COMMUNITY BEEN INVOLVED? Attendees/ Respondents
Date
Name
Event + Location
April 18
Opportunities Workshop #1
Centennial NEXT Opportunities Open House Workshop, Cherry Creek Room, Centennial Civic Center
14*
April 18
Opportunities Workshop #2
Centennial NEXT Opportunities Open House Workshop, Council Chambers, Centennial Civic Center
9*
April 19
Opportunities Workshop #3
Centennial NEXT Opportunities Open House Workshop, Arapahoe High School
11*
April 20
Opportunities Workshop #4
Centennial NEXT Opportunities Open House Workshop, Grandview High School
14*
April 25
Centennial NEXT Facebook Live Presentation
facebook.com/centennialgov
1,110
April 27 (through May 26)
Centennial NEXT Opportunities Online Survey #4
centennialco.gov/centennialnext
432 RESPONDENTS TOTAL PEOPLE REACHED
480 4,274
*Note: Actual workshop participation numbers may vary based on whether or not attendees chose to sign in upon entering or leaving the event. The numbers listed reflect the amount of people recorded on the sign in sheets collected at the conclusion of each workshop.
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OPPORTUNITIES SERIES Opportunities Outreach Series Summary APRIL 18, 2017
The workshop series schedule and locations are shown to the left. Event locations
Centennial Civic Center 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
were chosen in an effort to offer convenient venues for residents in all geographic
APRIL 18, 2017
via press releases from the City, a variety of social media platforms, posters hung at
areas of the City. The community was notified of the Opportunities Outreach Series
City Council Chambers 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
the event locations, and on the project website: centennialco.gov/centennialnext.
APRIL 19, 2017
see develop, if anything, on the Opportunity Sites in the future, as well as visual
Arapahoe High School 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Grandview High School 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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The purpose of the series was to solicit input on what participants would like to preferences for each land use type they selected. Attendees were asked to identify any additional Opportunities Sites that were not already highlighted on the aerial map. They were then asked to select at least one site (though many people chose to evaluate more than one) to evaluate visual preferences. Display boards showed detailed imagery and relevant facts for all 39 Opportunity Sites, with specific visual preference options. Participants voted on their preferred development. The feedback gathered during the in-person events and online survey resulted in the identification of key visual preference imagery for the Opportunity Sites. A summary is on the following pages, and the comprehensive report of feedback for all 39 Opportunity Sites is located in Appendix C.
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OPPORTUNITY SITES
39 Opportunity Sites within Centennial The Opportunities Sites Map shown below identifies 39 sites, chosen based on their future potential for development, redevelopment, or parks, trails, and open space opportunities, as well as the future land use designations according to the Centennial NEXT Future Land Use Map (page 2-8) These sites were selected based on content from the City’s previously adopted sub-area plans and expert analysis by the City’s Economic Development staff in collaboration with economic, planning and transportation consultants, the Centennial NEXT Team, and the Centennial NEXT Advisory Committee.
1 BROADWAY CORRIDOR
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SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (SE)
2 LATINO COMMUNICATION PROPERTY
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HERITAGE GREEN PLAZA
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VILLAGE AT CENTENNIAL (EAST)
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HUNTINGTON PARK-N-RIDE PROPERTY
3 SOUTHGLENN COUNTRY CLUB
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FOXRIDGE PLAZA
27
ENCOMPASS VACANT PROPERTY
39
ARAPAHOE MEADOWS PROPERTIES
4 ARAPAHOE & UNIVERSITY (NW)
16
QUEBEC VILLAGE CENTER
28
POTOMAC PARK PROPERTY
5 ARAPAHOE & UNIVERSITY (NE)
17
WILLOW CREEK CENTER
29
JORDAN & FREMONT (SE)
6 CHERRY KNOLLS SHOPPING CENTER
18
ARAPAHOE VILLAGE CENTER
30
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH PROPERTY
7 THE STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN
19
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 1,2,3)
31
REGIS VACANT PROPERTY
8 UNIVERSITY TOWNE CENTER
20
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 3)
32
VERMILLION CREEK
9 CHERRYWOOD SQUARE
21
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 4)
33
SMOKY HILL RETAIL
10 DRY CREEK CENTER
22
THE JONES DISTRICT
34
SMOKY HILL TOWN CENTER
11 FESTIVAL CENTER
23
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SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (NW)
12 COMCAST VACANT PROPERTY
24
INOVA CORNER PROPERTY
36
SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (NE)
2
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19
1 4
5
7 S University Blvd
S Holly St
3
20
18
6 S Broadway
The in-person opportunities workshop exercises and supplemental online survey asked respondents to identify any additional sites or areas that should be investigated as potential Opportunity Sites in the future, and they are as follows: • Greenwood Gulch Trail • Dry Creek/area surrounding Centennial Airport • High-traffic intersection of Dry Creek Road and Colorado Boulevard • Colorado Boulevard, from E County Line Road to Arapahoe Road • Area between Orchard Road, Caley Avenue, Grant Street, and Clarkson Street • Cherry Knolls Park and Easter Avenue • Former Littleton School site across the street from Arapahoe Park (Highlands 460 neighborhood) • Holly/Arapahoe and Arapahoe/Quebec • Intersection of Grant and Maplewood • Little Dry Creek Park area • Newton Middle School • Lois Lenski Area • Orchard Road, from Holly to Quebec
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PRIORITY BICYCLE CORRIDORS • NORTH/SOUTH & EAST/WEST
DRY CREEK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DRY CREEK STATION MOBILITY HUB
• E.G. BIKE SHARE, CAR SHARE; SHARED-USE MOBILIT Y
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POTENTIAL BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE • E.G. CALEY, COSTILLA, & EASTER
33
ENHANCED EAST/WEST CONNECTION • DRY CREEK, EASTER, & BRONCOS
ARAPAHOE ROAD BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT)
34
ARAPAHOE ROAD OPERATIONAL + SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
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38
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31 25
26
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IDEAS FROM THE PUBLIC Respondent Feedback on the Vision Boards
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OUR VISION
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“The City of Centennial was originally created to capture and develop sales tax revenue which is necessary to help pay for programs like Centennial NEXT. What will be done in conjunction with Centennial NEXT to promote growth in sales tax revenue for our City?”
“Create a multi-use center... gallery, art studio, performing arts space, music education, arts education... all things that make a community thrive. Lone Tree, Parker, Cottonwood Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs... even Elizabeth, Colorado is currently doing an online survey to see if their community would support an arts center.” “Community Gardens” “Performing Arts Center that would be multi-use during the day - conference center and meeting rooms for rent, office space, artist space, music and arts education, etc. It could be next to retail/restaurant space, or be built to incorporate retail/ restaurants. It could also be part of a magnet school for the arts. Needs to be flexible to accommodate a symphony orchestra (e.g. Arapahoe Philharmonic) as well as smaller performing arts groups who wish to perform in our community - a great supporter of the arts!”
TELL US YOUR IDEAS!
NEXT GU IDING VISION STATE ME NT
From Learning to Leading. Born out of intention and optimism, Centennial will continue to prosper as a premier destination to live, learn, work, grow and age in the community.
COMMUNITY DE SIGN A ND IDE NTITY Our Sense of Place. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
EC ONOMIC DE VE L OP ME NT Retention and Attraction. Centennial preserves, grows and attracts employers and workforce through business-friendly policies and practices.
HOUSING A ND DE MOGRA P H IC S Strength in Our Neighborhoods. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
PA RKS, OP E N SP A C E , TRA IL S A ND RE C RE ATION Health and Wellness. All residents can enjoy a rich culture of community events, scenic views and a cohesive system of distinctive parks, open space, trails and recreation For more information about the project and additional workshop opportunities, please visit: facilities.
T RA NSP ORTATION
centennialco.gov/centennialnext
Innovative Mobility. Centennial capitalizes on emerging technologies and the creation of an integrated transportation system, promoting seamless multimodal connections for both recreation and commuting.
ESSE NTIA L C OMMUNITY SE RVIC E S Quality and Innovation. Centennial connects the community through essential services and innovative technologies. For more information about the project and additional workshop opportunities, please visit: centennialco.gov/centennialnext
“Create a Centennial Arts District” “Love the idea for an arts district! Would like to see more diverse housing options, especially on a smaller scale.” “Safe bike crossing over/under Arapahoe Road between Quebec and I-25 for safe crossing to the Fiddlers Green area”
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“Time traffic lights on some major streets such as Arapahoe Road.”
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HOUSING PREFERENCES Respondent Feedback on Housing Preference Q: Looking at housing options, which option(s) do you support? 16 14 12
Additional Comments from Respondent Feedback:
10 8
• Regulations for ADUs, tiny homes and short-term rentals • Intergenerational co-housing to help each other (garden, drive, etc.) • Preschool in nursing home/ senior living
6 4 2 0 increased residential density
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short‐term rental of homes
workforce housing
tiny homes
senior housing
accessory dwelling units
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VISION FOR CENTENNIAL Who will Centennial strive to BE?
OVERARCHING VISION THEMES
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From Learning to Leading. Born out of intention and optimism, the NEXT Centennial will lead the way for resilient, innovative, and connected communities.
OUR NEXT COMMUNITY
Healthy. Happy. Connected. Centennial will integrate arts, culture and open space opportunities within a connected community providing amenities and experiences for all walks of life.
OUR NEXT PLACES
A Place to Be. Centennial will create remarkable places that lead to unforgettable experiences.
OUR NEXT ECONOMY
Strong. Diverse. Resilient. Centennial will create a diverse economy to serve as a model of strength, diversity, and resilience for the region and beyond.
OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS
A Smart Suburban City. Centennial will become a model of an innovative and smart suburban city.
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VISION FOR CENTENNIAL Who will Centennial strive to BE?
PLAN ELEMENT STATEMENTS
COMMUNITY DESIGN AND IDENTITY
Our Sense of Place. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Retention and Attraction. Centennial preserves, grows and attracts employers through business-friendly policies and practices.
HOUSING AND DEMOGRAPHICS
Strength in Our Neighborhoods. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
PARKS, OPEN SPACE, TRAILS AND RECREATION
Health and Wellness. All residents can enjoy a rich culture of community events, stunning scenic views and a vast system of distinctive parks, open space, trails and recreation facilities.
TRANSPORTATION
Innovative Mobility. Centennial capitalizes on emerging technologies and the creation of an integrated transportation system, promoting seamless multimodal connections for both recreation and commuting.
ESSENTIAL COMMUNITY SERVICES
Quality and Innovation. Centennial connects the community through essential services and innovative technologies.
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general information + summarized feedback from phase 3 JANUARY - AUGUST 2018
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BACKGROUND What is Centennial NEXT? About Phase 3 COMMUNITY OUTREACH & PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Centennial NEXT is an initiative that engages the public in defining a shared vision for the City between now and 2040. This City-wide plan will guide our approach to preserving, enhancing, and growing Centennial’s neighborhoods in a way that promotes mutual prosperity, coordinated public investment, and a healthy environment.
Phases 1 and 2 focused on finding the community vision, creating a foundation that could articulate that vision, and identifying goals and strategies for turning that vision into reality. This third phase is focused on outreach back out to the community about the identified goals and strategies. During Phase 3, the Centennial NEXT team conducted three months of outreach asking Centennial residents and stakeholders for feedback on five different topic areas taken from the draft goals and strategies. These five topic areas were identified as needing more public input by both the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council:
1. City-wide Design Standards City-wide design and development standards; City arts and culture commission; neighborhood Beautification Grant Program; and camouflage utilities through arts and graphics)
2. Smart City Possibilities Innovations and Smart City Initiatives
3. Future of Neighborhood Shopping Centers Mixed-use Neighborhood Activity Centers (NAC); residential densities near NACs; and affordable/attainable and workforce housing
4. Future of Central Arapahoe Road Corridor (S Quebec St. to S Parker Rd.) Allowing specific uses within the Central Arapahoe Road Corridor (as defined in LDC); Development around specific intersections within the Corridor; and future transportation options for E Arapahoe Road
5. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Potential allowance for ADUs. The feedback gathered from the extensive outreach regarding these topics including in-person events and several online surveys is summarized on the following pages.
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OUTREACH 2018 Community Involvement: Topics 1 + 2 HOW HAS THE COMMUNITY BEEN INVOLVED? Date
Name
Event + Location
January 29
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2
District 1 Meeting, Southglenn Library
21
February 01
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Offices
8
February 06
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Offices
5
February 13
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2 Community Events
Celebrity Lanes
34
Resolute Brewing
32
February 15
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2 Community Events
Whole Foods Lost Highway Brewing Company
8 10
February 27
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2
District 2 Meeting, Littleton Church of Christ
9
Outreach: Topics 1 + 2 Online Survey #5
Centennial NEXT Website
January 28 February 28
Respondents
147 RESPONDENTS
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March 16
March 20
Name
Event + Location
Respondents
Starbucks (Arapahoe + Nome)
4
Whole Foods
15
Growler USA
3
Outreach: Topics 3 + 4
Trails Recreation Center
7
Community Events
King Soopers (Arapahoe + Holly)
8
303 Coffee
13
Outreach: Topics 3 + 4
Starbucks (Arapahoe + Nome)
6
Community Events
Two Penguins Tap & Grill
33
Halfpenny Brewing Company
6
Outreach: Topics 3 + 4 Community Events
March 26
Outreach: Topics 3 + 4
CenCON Meeting, Arapahoe Library District Administration Building
14
February 28 March 28
Outreach: Topics 3 + 4 Online Survey #6
Centennial NEXT Website
156 RESPONDENTS
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OUTREACH 2018 Community Involvement: Topic 5 HOW HAS THE COMMUNITY BEEN INVOLVED? Date
Name
Event + Location
April 06
Outreach: Topic 5
Senior Fair, Koelbel Library
78
Outreach: Topic 5
Goodson Recreation Center
37
Community Events
Prime Timers Luncheon, Willow Creek Clubhouse #3
20
Outreach: Topic 5
Blue Spruce Brewing
10
Community Events
Resolute Brewing
33
Outreach: Topic 5
Whole Foods, Streets at SouthGlenn
12
Community Events
Two Penguins Tap & Grill
38
April 09
April 10 April 17
Respondents
Trails Recreation Center April 19
Outreach: Topic 5
Whole Foods, Streets at SouthGlenn
Community Events
Celebrity Lanes
15 10 14 19
Two22 Brew 9News Health Fair, Someren Glen
79
District 2 Meeting
9
Outreach: Topic 5
District 1 Meeting
9
Outreach: Topic 5 Online Survey #7
Centennial NEXT Website
April 26
Outreach: Topic 5
April 30 March 28 May 01
191 RESPONDENTS TOTAL REACHED FOR TOPICS 1-5
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574 45,987
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WHO WE’VE REACHED HAVE WE HEARD FROM RESIDENTS IN ALL PORTIONS OF THE CITY? Since the beginning of the Comprehensive Plan update process, the Centennial NEXT team has been tracking participation by location. The maps shown on this spread illustrates the distribution of resident (and in some cases non-resident) participation based on information provided on sign-in sheets at in-person events and survey questions that asked for respondent addresses or general zones (shown in Figure 1) in which they live.
Since many attendees/ survey respondents opted out of providing their personal information, the map does not capture the full extent of participation, but acts as a helpful tool to ensure that the Centennial NEXT team is capturing input from all portions of the City. Figure 1 Map of Centennial by Survey zone
LOCATION OF SURVEY RESULTS FOR TOPICS 1 + 2
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WHO WE’VE REACHED LOCATION OF SURVEY RESULTS FOR TOPICS 3 + 4
LOCATION OF SURVEY RESULTS FOR TOPIC 5
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SURVEY RESULTS TOPICS 1 + 2
CITY-WIDE DESIGN STANDARDS AND SMART CITY POSSIBILITIES Q: On a scale of 1-4, where 1 is very important, how important is it for Centennial to explore Innovation Improvements for the following? SMART DATA 8.61%
SMART STREETS
9.92%
9.84% 16.53%
36.78%
56.15%
25.41%
36.78%
SMART SERVICES 10.74%
9.05%
SMART ENERGY/ ENVIRONMENT
10.29% 14.05% 45.04% 56.38% 24.28% 30.17%
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CITY-WIDE DESIGN STANDARDS AND SMART CITY POSSIBILITIES Q: Should Centennial create Enhanced Design Requirements for all new development and redevelopment?
7%
Q: Should Centennial fund programs for the Improvement and Beautification of residential neighborhoods? (For example, grants for neighborhood signage, fencing, and landscape improvements.)
74% 26%
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CITY-WIDE DESIGN STANDARDS AND SMART CITY POSSIBILITIES Q: Should Centennial strive to enhance the presence of Public Art and Creative Design elements across the city? (Art/sculptures, utility box art/graphics, etc.)
67% 33%
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SURVEY RESULTS TOPICS 3 + 4
CITY-WIDE DESIGN STANDARDS AND SMART CITY POSSIBILITIES Q: Please select the housing options you would support in reimagining Centennial’s Future Shopping Centers. (Select all that apply) Images shown below are examples of each housing type.
57%
50%
WORKFORCE HOUSING
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MID-RISE HOUSING
LOW-RISE HOUSING
TOWNHOMES
35%
31%
65%
54%
SENIOR HOUSING
LIVE/WORK LIVE/WORK HOUSING HOUSING
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FUTURE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTERS AND THE CENTRAL ARAPAHOE ROAD CORRIDOR Q: Please select all other uses and amenities you would support in reimagining Centennial’s Future Shopping Centers? (Select all that apply) 40.5% 79% 66% 74% 81% 78% 75% 75% 71% 13% A-34
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SURVEY RESULTS TOPICS 3 + 4 FUTURE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTERS AND THE CENTRAL ARAPAHOE ROAD CORRIDOR “Other” Comments from Respondent Feedback: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Convenient access for childcare close to home High Density Residential Would prefer retail or gathering space to residential Replace strip malls that always seem to be empty (like the Albertsons across from the high school) with apts that face the openspace/ green belt area ...? No other uses in the shopping centers Shopping Arcade Long term care facilities for seniors similar to the Holly Creek Facility on Holly and Arapahoe. That development is an innovative product with graduated options from seniors living alone in single family homes on the perimeter, moving to people living in higher care options in the center with a huge amount of services available to all. This is different than the senior housing you have listed above, and should be something the city is pursuing. Drug rehabilitation centers Industrial Parks Tiny home community Small Event centers Mill Creek - Access a ride Movie Theater Not Fast Food Local restaurants Bars, hotels Demolition derby Access to the lightrail More small business There’s too much housing! Patio homes Grocery stores Commuter Bike Lanes DOG PARKS Less big box/chain stores. More eclectic boutiques and good eats! Space for entertainment and farmers markets Walkability & bikeability ( especially on University and Arapahoe for me personally) are by far the most important change I would like to see. ANOTHER REC CENTER FOR ARAPAHOE PARKS AND REC. TRAILS IS TOO BUSY Beer gardens that are dog friendly! Mass transit Organically maintained native landscaping that requires little water and rebuilds habitat for native bugs and birds Public art Temporary exhibit space for art shows, satellite museum exhibits
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FUTURE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTERS AND THE CENTRAL ARAPAHOE ROAD CORRIDOR Q: With enhanced design standards, which of the following uses would you support along the Central Arapahoe Road Corridor? (Select all that apply) 37% GAS STATION / CONVENIENCE STORE
73%
GROCERY STORE
61%
49%
OFFICE
52% QUICK SERVE RESTAURANT
RETAIL GOODS
14.5%
VEHICLE RENTAL
13%
VEHICLE SALES
24.5%
VEHICLE WASH
19.5%
NONE OF THESE USES
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FUTURE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTERS AND THE CENTRAL ARAPAHOE ROAD CORRIDOR Q: Assuming these Intersections redevelop in the future, how likely would you be to support these uses at these locations? (Select all that apply)
78%
91%
WALKABLE “MAIN STREET”
74%
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MID-RISE LOW-RISE HOUSING & MIXED USE HOUSING & MIXED USE
64%
OFFICE
54%
EXISTING USES
68%
LIVE/WORK ALL OF THE ABOVE HOUSING
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SURVEY RESULTS TOPICS 3 + 4 FUTURE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING CENTERS AND THE CENTRAL ARAPAHOE ROAD CORRIDOR Q: Should Centennial explore any of the following Alternative Transportation Solutions for the Central Arapahoe Road Corridor? Select all that apply. 58%
55%
COMPLETE STREETS (including accessible sidewalks)
48%
DEDICATED BIKE LANES
LIGHT RAIL
22%
PEOPLE MOVERS
36%
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES
27%
(gondolas, chair lifts, etc.)
BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT)
37%
36.5%
SHUTTLE SERVICE
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68%
TROLLEY
14%
DEDICATED HOV LANES
MORE FREQUENT BUS SERVICE
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ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADUS) Q: How likely are you to support Accessory Dwelling Units? 42% 35% 11% 12%
Q: Which of the following types of Regulations should the City explore if ADUs are permitted? (Select all that apply) 69%
72%
79%
SIZE
PARKING/ACCESS
COMPATIBILITY
LIGHT RAIL
67%
OCCUPANCY/ RESIDENCY
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74%
LOCATION
57% RESTRICTING SHORT TERM RENTALS
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Name
Event + Location
Respondents
July 26 - 29
Outreach: Draft Plan
2018 Arapahoe County Fair
July 26
Informational Presentation
Palos Verdes Civic Association Meeting, Koelbel Library
August 27
Informational Presentation
CenCON Meeting, Library Administration Building
July 25 - August 24
Outreach: Draft Plan Online Survey
Centennial NEXT Website
33 RESPONDENTS TOTAL PEOPLE REACHED
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Q:Centennial The CityNEXT conducted public outreach to inform the Comprehensive Plan, Centennial NEXT, including community Draft Plan Survey events, stakeholder September 6, 2018 3:53 PMgroup GMT interviews, public workshops, and online surveys. Have you participated in any of these Q1 - The City conducted public outreach to inform the Comprehensive Plan, Centennial NE… previous public outreach activities? 58%
Yes
9%
Maybe
33%
No
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
Q: Chapter 3 contains the Goals and Strategies for fulfilling the City’s Plan Themes. Is it clear how these Goals and Q2 - Chapter 3 contains the Goals and Strategies for fulfilling the City’s Plan Themes. Is it cl… Strategies will Field help the City achieve its Vision? Std # Minimum Maximum Mean Variance Count Deviation
The City conducted public outreach to inform the Comprehensive Plan, Centennial NEXT, including community events, stakeholder group interviews, public workshops, and online surveys. Have you participated in any of these previous public outreach activities?
78%
Yes
1
3.00
1.76
0.92
0.85
33
22%
No
0
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6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
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57.58% 19 Variance
Count 9.09% 3
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• • • • • • • •
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Quite lengthy, I do hope there will be a much briefer summary released also. The document is attractive and the ideas are great on paper, but not at all what the City is currently implementing. The sooner the NEXT plan can begin to be implemented the better for all citizens I like the graphics and the colors. Lots of pictures keep it interesting. Great maps. It is all too general Not or the average person Well laid out, I like how the plan is organized. You can go to the area you are interested in learning more about easily. Fine Very clean and readable. I like that it feels modern, not like many government documents. It is clear, organized and well written. Great Job! Very good When you read it online it’s a little cumbersome. It’s probably better for you to do a better job publicizing community forums and talking people through it. The design is nice and clean and it’s easy to read. The pale blue-green color is impossible to read. The abstract shapes makes it difficult to follow the narrative. A lot of redundancy. Solid Overall, good. Some graphics appear grainy and unreadable. So many white people in the photos! Those choices matter. If one of the City’s goals is to enhance the diversity of the area, make smart decisions about who is represented in the images. Also, the footer in the appendices is really difficult to read when it is set over an image (pgs B-67 and B-68 in Appendix B-4, for instance). It would also be more readable if the paragraphs of body copy were spaced out more (increase leading), and were left aligned. Full justification makes it tough to read. Watch for typographic orphans, too, like on page 3-21. I think it is a beautiful plan with good graphics of an active and thriving Centennial. I was confused as to why the “Plan Themes” where thrown into each chapter when they seemed only relevant to chapter 3. I also wish the definitions were higher up rather than the end of chapter 3. Typical of City of Centennial This document lacks summary-type information that would ease the experience of trying to take in this complex information. I was a technical writer, and I thought trying to wade through this repetitive, overly descriptive information was like studying for the LSAT! I would have approached this more like a PowerPoint presentation that could be turned into a proposal. There should be a Quick Facts document for residents to get an easy picture of what the objectives are. After going through this for over ten minutes, I don’t have much of an understanding of what’s planned, or even what’s considered most important. What I most want is public fast connectivity, at a decent cost, with decent support and performance. I saw nothing about this. Well thought out and hopefully well managed Not clear! Great impression of the plan Flossy-glossy. Organized. Interesting. OK It has great intentions. The appearance, readability and graphics are great, but it is too long. Some pages are superfluous. Eliminating unnecessary pages would make it less overwhelming to read. Well done but sometimes broad too vague plans
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OUTREACH 2018 Community Involvement: Draft Plan Q: Do you have additional comments about the Centennial NEXT draft plan? • The most important issue to me is Centennial encouraging more affordable senior housing options. This topic is touched on but not exactly spelled out. • Residential density to the east of I-25 is a very poor idea. The section of Arapahoe Road from I-25 to Parker Road is packed with cars and high density housing in this area will only make the situation worse. • The plan is beautiful and it’s nice to see the end product after participating in the surveys. I love Centennial and all the events. What an innovative city. • I have issues with chapter 3, especially 3b. We do not live in Denver. We live in suburbs for the space. Rewriting code to allow more density in residential areas is unsavory. It also says it will maintain compatibility with the surrounding area. It NEVER does! Stop urbanizing us. Protect our lifestyle, it is why people want to live here. • More should be discussed to ease the traffic flow. More alternatives to major arterials is needed, which probably means construction and maybe eminent domain. Growth is causing so much of the changes we are experiencing, now is the time for using our expertise to plan. We love Centennial but it is a nightmare around rush hours, even on the weekends near Countyline Rd. • Specifics: Spotlight Area G - East Arapahoe Rd Corridor doesn’t reflect the council/staff desire to add more car dealerships now and into the future. It misleads by saying “next” will be “redevelopment that accommodates current retail trends... creation of mixed use “mini-main streets”. Section 3 - p 3-6 Places 3 and 4. Updates to the LDC to increase density, height especially in residential areas which specifically goes against the NC category in our LDC. The new comp plan says “support” which indicates that the council must support the changes. Page 2-4: Commercial definition doesn’t mention auto dealerships which are such a focus on Arapahoe Road now and will be more in the future with 2018-O-13. • Could have been more ambitious or direct about exactly what it wants to do. There are a lot of vague goals and statements that try to say something, but do not really say anything. Such as what to do about allowing more mixed-use, more residential, and accessory mother-in-law units. Would be nice if it said what would be done, instead of deferring to a future decision to be determined at some point. Need to embrace change and channel it. • I have followed this process since day one and am very excited to see the final product. The only criticism would is to be more committal to these great strategies. It will be hard for a Council to act on some if the language is not strong enough. Regardless, the effort of those who have worked on this project are shown in its pages! Great job Centennial! • It’s great that you want to develop all of these mixed use corridors, but what are you doing for the existing neighborhoods? Also, we’re supposed to be a city that embraces small government. Everything about this seems to contradict that idea. • There is a lot of “explore” “support” “”encourage” and words that lack commitment. There are many vague terms - will be a model for others. What does that mean? I’d like to see the plan be more aspirational - how will you know when you have achieved success because it’s so vague you can’t do that. When you say you want to attract businesses - what type of businesses? What is a model of strength? This plan seems typical and what you could see from any city. I’d like to see what makes Centennial unique. Also, it leaves many loopholes - you say encourage business around Centennial Airport but then qualify it so that it balances the needs of the city. Again - this is lacking in real direction. Show Centennial can be this leader by really being visionary - tell what you are going to do (not explore or support) and do it! • I think the plan is very good. • Too general, more details needed • Some strategies in the plan are too vague. Needs more “call to action” statements with measurable goals to aspire to • Overall, a thoughtful plan. Well done. I’d like to see more specifics around sustainability and would love to see more dense, mixed-use development become a priority for the city. Hope that any forthcoming zoning changes are reflective of that. • Not enough public outreach or time for public input • HAVE YOU LOST YOUR COLLECTIVE MINDS? THE LAST THING WE NEED ARE COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES CLOGGING UP ARAPAHOE AND PARKER. IT’S A MESS THERE ALREADY. AND NO MORE HOUSING!!! TRAFFIC OUT HERE HAS BECOME A NIGHTMARE. NO NO NO MORE SHOPPING, TOWNHOMES, CONDOS OR HOUSES. NOOO! THINK TRAFFIC APPEASING!! YOU ARE RUINING CENTENNIAL! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! • There needs to be a lot of emphasis on traffic and the street light system.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Summary of Phase 3 Events Phase 3 outreach consisted of going to “where the people are” instead of hoping they would attend a meeting. Outreach was conducted at Centennial breweries, recreational facilities, grocery stores, coffee shops, Council District Meetings, and other community events, such as a Senior Fair. Throughout Phase 3, the Centennial NEXT team released four surveys, including the Draft Plan review survey, and were present at 35 outreach events collecting a total of 1,146 surveys.
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Who will Centennial strive to BE? CENTENNIAL NEXT: VISION STATEMENT
From Learning to Leading. Born out of intention and optimism, the NEXT Centennial will lead the way for resilient, innovative, and connected communities.
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OUR NEXT PLACES Creating Experiences. Centennial will create remarkable places that lead to unforgettable experiences. Centennial celebrates the evolving diversity of the community as a place to live; a place to stay; a place to be.
OUR NEXT ECONOMY Strong. Diverse. Resilient.
Centennial will support an economy to serve as a model of strength, diversity, and resilience for the region and beyond. Centennial preserves, grows, and attracts employers through business-friendly policies and practices.
OUR NEXT INNOVATIONS A Smart Suburban City. As an innovative and smart suburban city, Centennial will be a model for others. Centennial embraces the life cycle of technology to apply emerging and innovative technologies to connect the community through essential services.
OUR NEXT COMMUNITY Healthy. Happy. Connected.
Centennial will integrate arts, culture, technology, and recreation opportunities within a connected community providing amenities and experiences for all walks of life. Our neighborhoods form the foundation of our City, making it a desirable and attainable place to live for all.
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The Centennial NEXT Team began the comprehensive plan process by evaluating what Centennial looks like today (Appendix B). We considered the built environment, our economy, housing stock, parks and open space, transportation network, and all of the other essential community services that keep Centennial ticking. Next, elected officials and staff drafted vision statements for each of these six topic areas. However, as the Centennial NEXT Team shared these draft vision statements with residents and the business community, it became clear that people do not experience or think about Centennial within the boundaries of the Plan Elements. We heard that people care about broader ideas; Centennial’s next public places, its economic opportunities, our constant search for innovation and improvement, and the social and community ties we form. Based on this input during Phases 1 and 2, the Centennial NEXT team consolidated the six topics into the four themes and visions you see today.
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EXISTING CONDITIONS SNAPSHOTS To develop a vision of the future, it is important to understand what currently exists in Centennial and how the City has arrived here. Appendix B, also known as the Existing Snapshots, was developed by the Centennial NEXT Team. To express a full picture of our young City, the following sections of Appendix B evaluate past trends and the City’s actions related to Community Design & Identity, Housing and Demographics, Transportation, Parks, Open Space, Trails, & Recreation, Economic Development, and Essential Community Services. These sections explain what exists in Centennial as of the Plan’s adoption and evaluate trends over the City’s seventeen-year history. These historic trends are used to forecast major opportunities and challenges the City may face in the future. Each section concludes with a summary of related resident feedback that has been collected as part of Centennial NEXT and additional outreach.
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Who is Centennial, now? WHY IT MATTERS Defining and operating under a shared vision is essential to the development of any community, especially for a young city like Centennial. Doing so assures community values align with the roadmap for development and fosters a unique sense of place for residents. A community appearance that is aesthetically pleasing and unique to its local context raises property values, attracts business investment, and improves the overall reputation of the area. Adherence to identified and evolving design standards allows new development to implement fresh design ideas to create interesting, inspiring, and innovative places. In Centennial, these standards are used to define the highest quality of design in both the public and private realm. Implementing a community land use plan is one way to help Centennial continue to grow in a responsible and intentional manner. Embedded within the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map are the primary tools to promote a healthy mix of land uses, which contributes to a high quality of life in Centennial. A desirable balance of parks, open space, homes, retail, and offices helps attract and retain residents, businesses, and visitors who sustain the community’s economy. APPENDIX B: EXISTING CONDITIONS SNAPSHOTS - COMMUNITY DESIGN
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“IT WAS IMPORTANT TO US TO CONTROL OUR DESTINY…THE VISION IN 2001 WAS TO BE AN INTENTIONAL GOVERNMENT— TO NOT JUST DO THINGS BECAUSE THAT’S WHAT GOVERNMENT DOES. WE WANTED TO DO BUSINESS DIFFERENTLY... AND I THINK WE HAVE SUCCEEDED.” CENTENNIAL NEXT
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IT’S A VERY EXCITING TIME TO BE IN CENTENNIAL. Centennial has experienced tremendous growth and change since its incorporation in 2001. Recognized as one of the best places to live in the U.S. by Money Magazine and USA Today and consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in Colorado, the City has something for everyone, offering open space, distinctive recreational activities, and advanced business opportunities. In seventeen years, Centennial has successfully transitioned from learning to leading, blossoming from a collection of well established, self-identified suburban neighborhoods into a thriving community known for award-winning schools, beautiful parks and open space, accessible trails, hightech business environment, growing job market, shopping and dining developments, and popular Centennial Center Park. All of these factors contribute to the City’s growing visibility among South Metro Denver municipalities as a highly sought after place to live and work.
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“RIGHT NOW, EVERYONE WANTS TO BE HERE. IT’S JUST GOT THIS FLARE ABOUT IT.” –Centennial Resident, Stakeholder Interview
Today, Centennial is home to over 110,000 residents and more than 6,000 registered businesses, all served by a state-of-the-art multi-modal transportation system. Not only Colorado’s tenth largest and second youngest City, it has also ranked among Colorado’s safest cities for nearly a decade. Residents are served by the top school districts in the State, award-winning Littleton Public Schools and Cherry Creek School District. Centennial ranks as the eighth best city in the country for first-time homebuyers, according to a recent report by NerdWallet. The report evaluated 448 places based on affordability (income to home ratio), livability (crime rates and school rankings), and stability (housing price volatility and housing market health).
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Lovers of the outdoors fit right in here, where there are plentiful opportunities for hiking, skiing, biking, golf, and other recreation activities nearby. Centennial also has many business parks and is located along several key transportation corridors. Throughout the years Centennial has become a leader in innovation, providing cutting-edge technology for a variety of industries, worldwide companies, and amazing small businesses. As a contract City, it successfully utilizes both public and private partnerships to provide costeffective services to residents and businesses. These public/private partnerships have earned the City recognition in national publications and have set new precedents. Centennial continues to become increasingly desirable to prospective residents and both large- and small-scale employers. More than 13,000 jobs were added to the local economy in the last ten years. As a selfproclaimed business-friendly City, it balances business, residential, and community interests. Fifty-three percent of City revenues are generated by retail sales tax which has continued to increase each year since self-collection began in 2009. Centennial is proud to be a City that continues to prosper and remain debt-free and also takes pride in the high-quality businesses that locate here, exemplified by the recent recognition by Yelp as one of the “Most CustomerFriendly Cities in America�. Home to Colorado’s first IKEA and Topgolf locations, the City continues to expand niche markets and key industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, healthcare and construction.
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“WE TAKE A LOT OF PRIDE IN THE BUSINESSES THAT COME INTO OUR CITY. WE HAVE HIGH EXPECTATIONS OF OUR BUSINESSES, JUST AS THEY HAVE HIGH EXPECTATIONS OF US, AND BECAUSE OF OUR STRONG PARTNERSHIP, THEY’RE DELIVERING GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE TO OUR CITIZENS.” -Former -FormerCouncil CouncilMember MemberMark MarkGotto Gotto
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WHEN COMPARED TO NATIONAL BENCHMARKS, CENTENNIAL RATED HIGHER THAN AVERAGE IN CATEGORIES SUCH AS A PLACE TO WORK AND RAISE CHILDREN. IN FACT, 95 PERCENT OF RESPONDENTS TO THE CENTENNIAL 2016 CITIZEN SURVEY FEEL THAT CENTENNIAL IS A GOOD OR EXCELLENT - PLACE TO LIVE.
Founded with the goal of being lean, efficient, and transparent, Centennial’s government is deliberate and progressive in nature, deeply rooted in a history defined by the can-do attitude of its founders. Government staff has maintained the original vision of those who formed Centennial more than seventeen years ago, and by respecting the character of its established neighborhoods while leveraging unique economic, regional, and recreational opportunities, has fostered an enhanced sense of place that community members are proud of. The Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey results revealed that 95 percent of respondents feel Centennial is a good or excellent place to live, and when compared to national benchmarks, the City rated higher-than average in the following categories: ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
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COMMUNITY APPEARANCE, IDENTITY AND DESIGN GOALS FROM THE 2004 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: ▶▶ Goal 1: Reflect Community Character through Design ▶▶ Goal 2: Encourage Design Standards for Development ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
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Maps of the various neighborhoods and homeowners/civic associations can be found on pages B-12-B-15, and the Neighborhood Resource Guide is available for free download on the City website, centennialco.gov. Centennial is roughly divided into thirds, with mostly residential west of I-25 and east of South Parker Road and the majority of local businesses and entertainment centers in between. Regulated by multiple jurisdictions, East Arapahoe Road (a.k.a. State Highway 88) is a major arterial that serves the entire Southeast Metro Area and is the only street that extends the full fourteen-mile east-west span of the City. The highway is unique in that it also functions as an arterial with direct, at-grade connections to Centennial’s business parks. East Arapahoe Road is currently undergoing various construction projects to mitigate traffic issues.
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The Existing Land Use Map on page B-16-B17 depicts each type of land use with a different color—illustrating where certain land uses currently exists in the City. This information informs the Future Land Use Map—included as part of the Comprehensive Plan, which is the potential mix and location of land uses desired in the future. Land use composition plays an influential role in municipal planning and decision-making processes and is a basis for financial analysis and long-range economic planning. A concrete land use map and land use regulations also help shape where and how the City grows by directing growth and reducing uncertainty in the development process. City leaders recognize the strong connection between land use, quality of life, and economic prosperity. The City’s shape is a product of past land annexations that have produced a unique mix of land uses. Centennial is an inherently suburban community, so it is not surprising that residential development covers the significant majority of land, comprising 50 percent (9,504 acres) of the total land use mix. Residential zones are generally split by I-25 and the main collection of Commercial/Mixed-Use/Urban Center, Industrial, Community Amenity, and Employment Center land use straddles this corridor and the East Arapahoe Road Corridor. The residential area located east of I-25 is primarily single-family detached with some single-family attached and residential mixed-use. The residential area west of the highway generally has a mix of single-family attached and detached residential, with limited residential mixed-use. Parks and Recreation constitute almost 12 percent (2,274 acres) of the City’s land. About four percent (802 acres) of land within Centennial is considered vacant. The remaining land is located within Employment Center/Industrial areas (1,511 acres), Commercial or mixed-use areas (872 acres), and Community Amenity at 616 acres. Roadways are not considered to be a land use, however they represent over 3,343 acres of land within Centennial.
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WHERE IS CENTENNIAL GOING? LAND USE PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE Centennial is projected to grow rapidly in the next decade. To support anticipated population and employment growth within our limited undeveloped land, land use planning is essential. The main objective of this land use planning effort is to establish a sustainable and efficient use of land that supports a high quality of life and economic vitality. Throughout the years since adoption of the 2004 Comprehensive Plan, a number of sub-area plans have been developed (refer to the Sub-Area Plan Boundaries Map on page B-20-B-21)—the Central Centennial Boundary Plan, Arapahoe Urban Center Sub-Area Plan, SouthGlenn Sub-Area Plan, and the I-25 Corridor Sub-Area Plan—which describe more specific goals and desired type and intensity of development for these areas in the future. These plans can be viewed by visiting the Planning and Engineering page on the City’s website, centennialco.gov. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan identified the Arapahoe Urban Center (AUC) Sub-Area as the City’s highest profile major activity center because of its proximity to I-25, state highway, light rail corridor, and major employment and retail centers. Subsequent to the adoption of the 2004 Comprehensive Plan, City Council initiated the development of the AUC Sub-Area Plan to serve as a “guide to achieve the vision of a major urban center for this area over time, commensurate with this area’s unique potential.” The AUC Sub-Area Plan seeks to transform the study area into a distinctive major urban center within metro Denver, with high-quality, attractive, compact, and pedestrianfriendly districts where people can live, learn, work, shop, and recreate.
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LOOKING FORWARD TO THE “NEXT� CHAPTER Centennial strives to become a destination location for companies that support innovation and bring unique economic opportunities to the City. Centennial must decide how to capitalize on the coming growth while also retaining its community assets valued today. With limited developable land left within the city limits, the best approach to planning future growth and development is to take advantage of redevelopment and infill opportunities throughout Centennial; investigate opportunities for additional annexations; focus on enhancing and diversifying existing centers; and facilitate high-quality development through architecture and site design. Replicating the quality of established neighborhoods, open space areas, design standards, and connectivity in new and future growth areas and activity centers will warrant a unified and consistent identity and character and safeguard the high quality of life that makes Centennial stand out from the rest.
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE DESIGN AND IDENTITY Looking forward to the Centennial of tomorrow, community members were asked as part of Centennial NEXT Phase 1 what they want to preserve most about the Centennial of today. The top ten responses included open space, parks and recreation, trails, neighborhoods, safety, natural assets and beauty, small-town feel, familyfriendly character, high-quality schools, and bikeability. Respondents were also asked what they would like to see improved in the coming years, and the top ten responses were traffic mitigation, roads, walkability, bikeability, snow removal, access to transit, more trails, an enhanced and unified identity, and more community events. This feedback mirrors the results of the Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey, which are highlighted in the infographic on the next page. Most residents expressed a desire for the City to focus on improving what already exists in Centennial, rather than developing the remaining vacant land in order to retain the connection to its roots as a safe, inherently suburban community.
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More specifically, they expressed the need to reactivate the areas that have become stagnant over the years and redevelop outdated commercial properties
and strip malls. Residents would like the City to explore City-wide design guidelines for commercial and industrial properties/activity centers to ensure they complement existing built form, reflect the community as a whole by contributing to a shared identity, and ensure all future development is of the highest quality to mirror the City’s overall high-quality of life. Residents have a strong connection to their neighborhoods and open space areas and want to continue to strengthen and celebrate these as defining qualities of the City’s identity. They fear the City may become too overcrowded considering the amount of growth anticipated in the coming years. Residents want to see stricter code enforcement in residential neighborhoods to ensure that not just some, but all neighborhoods are well-kept and held to the same quality standard. They have also expressed the need for various infrastructure improvements throughout the City, mainly for the purpose of making Centennial a more walkable, bikeable, and connected community. Citizens also shed light on the lacking public art presence in Centennial. Not only do they want to take steps to encourage the arts and cultural activities in the community, they feel it should become its own standalone section of Centennial NEXT. Many residents feel there is a strong disconnect between the eastern and western portions of Centennial, and an imbalance of amenities available on either side of I-25. Diversifying the land uses throughout all parts of the City is important to help create a unified sense of place. In light of City efforts to further strengthen the Centennial brand, multiple stakeholders recommended the addition of City identification elements such as adding the City seal to all street signs throughout the City. They like the confirmation of knowing “I am in Centennial”. CENTENNIAL NEXT
LAND USE Residents have expressed a desire to create more consistency along the edges of the eastern portion of Centennial. Many individuals recommended additional annexations as the means to accomplish this. Specifically, stakeholders would like to see future annexation of commercial land to balance the overwhelmingly residential land use east of I-25. Citizens shed light on the lack of affordable and multi-family housing options within Centennial, expressing the desire to increase these options in the future, if their design complements the existing character and quality standard. Another common theme residents agree on is the desire for smaller, better distributed Neighborhood Activity Centers, as opposed to only large commercial activity centers like The Streets at SouthGlenn.
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Who is Centennial, now? WHY IT MATTERS Affordability and diversity of the housing stock in a community contributes to a resilient and sustainable economy and community. People are increasingly “voting with their feet” and choosing where to live. People at every stage of life, from Millennials to Generation X, to Baby Boomers have unique interests and needs that can all be met through a diversity of attainable housing options. From the millennial looking to rent and put down roots, to the Baby Boomer looking to downsize, housing options are important.
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KEY POINTS ▶▶ In Centennial, the largest
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population gains over the next five years are expected to result from rapid growth in the age category of 65+ which is projected to increase by more than 25,000 people by 2020. The City is highly educated with 54 percent of residents over 25 having a bachelor’s degree or higher; an average of 15 percent higher than metro Denver and the State. Centennial’s median household income of $102,237 is higher than both metro Denver and the State. Centennial is heavily weighted toward singlefamily detached housing at 76 percent of the total compared to 60 percent for metro Denver. By contrast, the City’s nine percent of multifamily housing with ten units and over is considerably below the Metro average of 22 percent. Centennial has a 3 percent housing vacancy, about half the metro Denver average and less than one-third of the State.
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OVERVIEW Overall, Centennial is a relatively affluent community, evidenced by a median household income of $102,237. The population is also largely homogeneous with a small percentage of non-white and Hispanic residents compared to metro Denver and the State of Colorado as a whole. The City’s housing stock lacks diversity in product type and price range with nearly 80 percent single-family detached units compared to a statewide average of 60 percent. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan identified the following four goals pertaining to housing and future growth/development: ▶▶ Goal 1: Preserve Existing Housing Stock and Protect Stable Areas ▶▶ Goal 2: Support Housing Diversity ▶▶ Goal 3: Encourage a Mix of Housing Types and Costs Around Activity Centers ▶▶ Goal 4: Promote Housing Finance Tools
Moving forward, the City is experiencing demand for a greater range of housing products and price ranges. There is also demand for more affordable workforce housing for younger employees and Baby Boomers that desire housing in walkable activity centers that are connected to a range of transit options. Centennial’s population is aging, as many homeowners who moved to the community in the 1970s and 1980s are now reaching retirement age. The senior population (over 65) has increased from 9 percent (2005) to 17 percent (2016) over the last 10 years. As a result, there will also be a growing need for new attainable, accessible housing products to serve these residents who desire to remain and age in Centennial.
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PREPARING FOR A CHANGING DEMOGRAPHIC
A Growing Senior Population Centennial is anticipating demographic changes, the largest of which will likely be an increase in the number and proportion of the City’s residents who are over 65. In 2016, Centennial had 18,470 residents (16.8%) over 65. Following the trend affecting a number of metropolitan cities across Colorado’s Front Range, by 2030 Centennial’s senior population will be growing at a rate 17 percent higher than the national average. Based on Colorado Demography Office forecasts, Arapahoe County’s senior population will increase by 60%. If this trend is experienced in Centennial, by 2030, the City will have 29,552 senior residents. With the help of the City’s Senior Commission, Centennial is taking steps to prepare for the future to accommodate the needs and preferences of this demographic. The City is currently investigating issues and programs related to transportation, housing, and quality of life for seniors to establish Centennial as a community where residents can comfortably age in place.
A Booming Local Economy
A 2017 analysis of the economic base and real estate inventory of the City of Centennial, conducted by the City’s Economic Development Department in partnership with Gruen Gruen + Associates, projects growth in the five years leading up to 2020 will add an additional 8,000 residents and 1,800 households, growing to a population of more than 113,000. Projections also indicate job growth at a rate of 3.7 percent annually, adding 25,000 jobs. With limited developable land remaining in the City, the need for conscientious, deliberate planning with a focus on redevelopment and infill opportunities is crucial to the City’s ability to accommodate impending growth in the coming years. The 2015 Denver South Transportation Management Association (DSTMA) Study concluded the most likely locations for redevelopment and infill opportunities include transit stations, interchanges, highway frontage, and underutilized parcels. According to the study, the land in Centennial south of East Orchard Road and north of East Dry Creek Road on both sides of I-25 is currently ripe for redevelopment. The City will continue to investigate opportunities for mixed-use developments and higher-density residential housing near existing activity centers. APPENDIX B: EXISTING CONDITIONS SNAPSHOTS - HOUSING AND DEMOGRAPHICS
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HOUSING AND DEMOGRAPHICS Population and Housing Units As of 2018, Centennial had over 110,000 residents which represented approximately 17 percent of Arapahoe County’s population. From 2000 to 2014, 5,885 residents re-located to Centennial, growing at 0.4 percent per year. This is significantly slower than Arapahoe County, metro Denver, and the State, all of which grew by at least 1.5 percent annually over this period. A similar trend is seen with housing unit growth, as the City grew by 0.2 percent while the County and metro Denver grew by 1.4 percent and the State 1.5 percent. From 2020 to 2040, Centennial is projected to add over 40,000 residents, given the growth rate projected by the Colorado State Demography Office for Arapahoe County. The Colorado State Demography Office does not release projections at the municipal level but instead projects growth in the County, metro Denver, and State. This would be consistent with the constant rate of growth Centennial is experiencing. Although largely built-out, more growth could occur should zoning density be increased or in the event of additional annexation. CENTENNIAL’S POPULATION PROJECTIONS, 2020-2040 Change 2020-2040 2016
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2025
2030
2035
2040
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Ann. %
High-Range Projection1
109,935
116,339
124,870
134,027
143,856
154,405
44,470
1.43%
Mid-Range Projection2
109,935
116,683
125,507
134,437
143,141
151,306
41,371
1.33%
Low-Range Projection3
109,935
112,926
116,779
120,764
124,884
129,146
19,211
0.67%
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Based on Department of Local Affairs growth projections for Arapahoe County 2 Based on Centennial growth from 2011-2016
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Based on Centennial growth from 2006-2016 Sources: Colorado State Demography Office; US Census; U.S. Census ACS; City of Centennial Economic Development
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Household Income Centennial’s median household income is $102,237 per year. This is significantly above the median household incomes of Arapahoe County and the State of Colorado ($66,288 and $65,685 respectively).
CENTENNIAL HAD A 2017 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME OF $102,237 PER YEAR, UP 5.4 PERCENT FROM 2016. MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME, 2010-2016 (INFLATION-ADJUSTED 2016 DOLLARS)
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2011 - 2015, 1-Year Estimates
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Educational Attainment Centennial’s population over the age of 25 has a high level of educational attainment in comparison to metro Denver and the State. Only 2.5 percent of Centennial residents do not have a high school diploma. That same figure is approaching 10 percent in metro Denver and the State. When those with only a high school diploma are factored in, the City stands at just over 17.0 percent of the population while metro Denver and State are approximately 30 percent. On the other end of the spectrum, over 50 percent of Centennial residents have a Bachelor’s degree or higher, on average nearly 15 percent more than the other areas.
Educational Attainment, 2016 Source: US Census ACS; Economic & Planning Systems
Age As of 2016, the median age in the City was 43.7 years old. From 2005 to 2016 the age distribution of the population has shifted older. The median age increased by about 5.4 years, up from 38.3. This is faster than the State of Colorado which increased by two years over this period. As it has aged, the City’s age profile has naturally shifted with the most significant changes being the decrease in those under 18 and the increase in those 65 and over. B-32
Age by Cohort, 2005-2016 Source: US Census ACS
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BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN
2.8%
WHITE
Race
86.7%
ASIAN INDIAN/ ALASKAN NATIVE
0.7%
Centennial has a higher percentage of white residents (86.7 percent) than metro Denver (80.8 percent) and the State (84.0 percent) as a whole. Compared to Metro Denver and the State, Centennial has roughly half as many residents who identify as African American residents, residents who identify as another race, and BLACK OR AFRICAN ASIAN residents of Hispanic or Latino Origin. AMERICAN
WHITE
86.7% BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN
2.8%
2.8%
4.0%
ASIAN INDIAN/ ALASKAN NATIVE
SOME OTHER RACE
0.7% ASIAN
4.0%
2.6% TWO OR MORE RACES
3.0%
RACE, 2016 Centennial
Metro Denver
State of Colorado
White
86.7%
80.8%
84.0%
African American
2.8%
5.8%
4.2%
Asian Indian/ Alaskan Native
0.7%
0.8%
1.0%
Asian
4.0%
4.2%
3.2%
Pacific Islanders
0.2%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
2.6%
5.0%
4.0%
Two or More Races
3.0%
3.2%
3.3%
Hispanic or Latino Origin
10.2%
23.0%
21.3%
Source: US Census; US Census ACS; City of Centennial Economic Development
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Housing Type
82 PERCENT OF THE CITY’S TOTAL HOUSING UNITS ARE OWNEROCCUPIED.
Centennial’s housing stock is dominated by single-family detached product with over 76 percent of occupied housing units. By comparison, metro Denver has 60 percent single-family detached housing and the State has 62 percent. The City has about half the percentage of attached product from two to nine units as metro Denver (4.2 percent and nine percent, respectively), see Housing Diversity Map on page B-36. The biggest difference is found in the larger multifamily developments of which the City has six percent versus and 14.1 percent for metro Denver.
Housing Tenure
HOUSING TENURE, 2016 2000
2010
2016
Owner Occupied
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83.5%
81.7%
Renter Occupied
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16.5%
18.3%
Owner Occupied
66.3%
63.9%
63.3%
Renter Occupied
33.7%
36.1%
36.7%
Owner Occupied
67.3%
65.5%
64.8%
Renter Occupied
32.7%
34.5%
35.2%
Owner Occupied
66.2%
65.1%
63.6%
Renter Occupied
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34.9%
36.4%
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State of Colorado
Centennial’s housing tenure is significantly higher (82 percent) than metro Denver and the State which range from 63 percent to 65 percent ownership. Overall, ownership rates have declined from 2000 to 2010 and remained relatively flat since 2010 with the three areas declining by less than one percentage point. Nationally, home ownership is at a 50-year low and rates once again fell slightly during the first quarter of 2016. Several factors contribute to this trend, including rising home prices (see Home Values Map on page B-38), an increase in student loan debt, delays in marriage and starting a family, and uncertainty of the value of a home as an investment.
Housing Vacancy The City has a lower vacancy rate than the surrounding area, with 3 percent of housing units vacant versus 5.5 percent for metro Denver, and 10.7 percent for the State. Vacancy in the City and State remained flat from 2010 to 2014 while metro Denver saw declining rates as it recovered from the recession.
Unites States
Source: US Census; US Census ACS; Economic & Planning Systems
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Occupied Housing by Units in Structure, 2016 Source: US Census ACS; Economic & Planning Systems
Housing Vacancy, 2016
Source: US Census ACS; Economic & Planning Systems
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE The Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey indicated that 64 percent of residents rated current housing options as excellent or good. However, only 34 percent gave positive ratings for affordable quality housing. In addition, survey results also showed that 57 percent of residents rated revitalization/renovation to aging neighborhoods or homes as either essential or very important. Feedback gathered as part of the Centennial NEXT public outreach revealed that a significant number of resident respondents desire stricter property maintenance codes and enforcement to ensure neighborhoods adhere to the same quality standard throughout the entire City. In recent outreach conducted as part of this process, many residents have shed light on housing gaps pertaining to two specific areas: multi-family housing options and senior housing options. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines aging in place (or “aging in community” as it is referred to in this document) as “the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.” Aging in community is a reality for seniors and an issue near and dear to citizens.
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TRANSPORTATION
Who is Centennial, now?
WHY IT MATTERS Transportation is a vital component of a community and shapes the way people live, work, and play. A well-connected and efficient transportation system improves quality of life and provides access to schools, jobs, medical and recreational facilities, shopping, and other community and social activities. Research continues to reveal that residents place a higher value on homes that are located within walking distance of services, stores, recreation amenities, employment areas, and public spaces, shedding light on the importance of coordinating local land use plans with regional transportation investments. Doing so not only improves mobility and access for residents, it also encourages more active forms of personal transportation, which in turn reduces the number of cars on the road, ultimately resulting in a multitude of health and environmental benefits.
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KEY POINTS ▶▶ The automobile is the predominant
means of transportation within the community today.
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made barriers outside the City that influence the transportation system, including Cherry Creek State Park, Centennial Airport, and I-25.
▶▶ Limited east-west roadways restrict
mobility through the City. East Arapahoe Road is the only street that extends the full 14-mile east-west span of the City.
▶▶ The Regional Transportation District
(RTD) provides fixed-route bus service, paratransit service, light rail transit, and Call-n-Ride service within and to/ from Centennial.
▶▶ Centennial’s Innovation Team
recently completed Go Centennial, a streamlined, innovative, and tech-savvy approach for residents to book free Lyft Line rides to and from the Dry Creek Light Rail – a creative solution to firstand last-mile connectivity.
▶▶ On-street bicycle route system and
infrastructure has been identified as an amenity that should be connected in key areas and expanded.
▶▶ Sidewalk infrastructure varies across
the City but improvements could be made to increase the system’s walkability.
OVERVIEW Like most suburban cities in Colorado and across the country, the automobile is the predominant means of transportation within the community. Cities with an integrated multi-modal transportation network allow for freedom of personal mobility – whether it is walking, biking, driving, carpooling, or riding public transportation. Increasingly, communities that thrive economically have an extensive and expanding transportation network that includes thoughtful integration of all modes, efficiently operated and maintained roads and ongoing consideration of emerging trends and technologies.
Centennial Transportation Master Plan
Goals for the City’s transportation system were first established in the 2004 Comprehensive Plan. In 2013, Centennial adopted its first Transportation Master Plan to identify, prioritize, and plan the City’s transportation investments over the next 20 years. These plans are moving Centennial towards the multi-modal transportation needed for our NEXT Economy.
ADOPTED DECEMBER 2013 ADO Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey (2010-2014 5-year estimate)
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TRANSPORTATION GOALS FROM THE 2004 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Goal 1: Provide a balanced/connected transportation system. Goal 2: Create efficient mobility and accessibility choices. Goal 3: Improve and expand public transit access and service. Goal 4: Provide safe, convenient, and enjoyable facilities to encourage walking and bicycling. Goal 5: Support Denver’s regional transportation plan. Goal 6: Maintain and improve the existing transportation system. Goal 7: Improve the appearance of streets and public rights-of-way. Goal 8: Accommodate development.
TRAVEL PATTERNS Each day, over 56,000 people residing in areas outside of Centennial travel into the community for work, while approximately 45,000 residents leave the City to work elsewhere, resulting in a net inflow of workers. Another 5,800 residents stay within the community to work. Average travel time to work for Centennial residents is 25.9 minutes, which is consistent with the statewide average of 24.6 minutes. Source: US Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics Database (2015)
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Source: US Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics Database (2015)
Biking, walking, and ride share (Ex: Uber and Lyft) provide important connections to public transit. Often, the lack of facilities, infrastructure, and services within a mile of transit stations/stops limits the ability for people to take transit instead of driving a personal vehicle. Improvements within one-mile of transit increases access and connectivity of modes, which results in more travel options for residents and employees. B-44
Over 25 percent of Centennial’s employed residents commute to Denver for work, while an additional 10 percent commute to Aurora. Conversely, nearly 30 percent of Centennial’s employees commute from Denver and Aurora, highlighting the high propensity of commuter trips taking place in and out of the north/northeast portions of the City.
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Housing + Transportation Costs Source: US Census Bureau, Housing + Transportation Index
Means of Travel to Work
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey (2010-2014 5-year estimate)
The cost of housing and transportation are typically the two largest expenses in most households. The Center for Neighborhood Technology’s (CNT) Housing + Transportation research indicates these costs should remain below 45 percent of household income to be affordable. Data indicates that Centennial residents spend approximately 53 percent of their household income on housing and transportation, 8 percent higher than the suggested 45 percent.
Centennial residents predominantly use their cars as a means of travel to work – nearly 80 percent of residents drive alone to work and 5.7 percent carpool. Public transportation accounts for 2.7 percent of work trips while biking and walking combined account for 1.6 percent. Nine percent of residents work from home; a significant portion of the workforce and an ongoing trend.
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Functional Classification
STREETS All modes of travel (automobiles, trucks, transit, bicycles, and pedestrians) rely on the roadway network for basic mobility. Centennial’s roadway network is categorized as suburban, with major roadways bordering residential areas. With major physical barriers situated immediately north and south of the City boundary—Cherry Creek State Park and Centennial Airport, respectively—East Arapahoe Road is the only street that extends the full 14-mile east-west span of the City.
Major Arterial
Number of Lanes
Maximum Capacity
2-Lane
16,000 vpd
4-Lane
32,000 vpd
6-Lane
48,000 vpd
2-Lane
12,000 vpd
4-Lane
24,000 vpd
2-Lane
10,000 vpd
4-Lane
20,000 vpd
Minor Arterial
Major Collector
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Streets generally provide two important functions: mobility and access. These functions conflict with each other—more land access generally leads to reduced traffic capacity and mobility, and vice versa. There are three major roadway types as defined in Centennial’s 2013 Transportation Master Plan (TMP): major arterial, minor arterial, and major collector, shown on the Functional Classification and Laneage Map on pages B-48-49. Each roadway type is specifically designed based on the adjoining land uses, level of continuity and proximity, and connections to other facilities. The City also has local streets. Local streets serve the highest level of access, providing direct driveway access to adjacent properties and carry traffic to collectors. Local streets are classified within the TMP. However, traffic volumes and capacity ratios are not calculated for this functional classification. Several streets within Centennial are owned and maintained by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) – including East Arapahoe Road (SH 88) from I-25 to South Parker Road, South Parker Road (SH 83) and South University Boulevard (SH 177).
street system. Other major arterials generally carry from 20,000 to 40,000 vpd. One measure used to define operational characteristics of a roadway is volume to capacity ratio (V/C). This analysis compares the capacity of the street as it is designed and constructed to the volume of traffic it carries or is projected to carry. V/C ratios were calculated for the City’s roadway network as a part of the 2013 Transportation Master Plan process using traffic volumes and maximum roadway capacities and are identified in the Existing Volume to Capacity (V/C) Ratios Map on pages B-52-53. The V/C ratios indicate several roadway segments in Centennial currently carry volumes exceeding their capacity including sections of East Arapahoe Road, South Parker Road, Broadway, South University Boulevard, South Colorado Boulevard, East County Line Road, East Orchard Road, and East Smoky Hill Road.
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BICYCLE NETWORK Centennial’s existing bicycle system is a mix of bicycle routes previously designated by Arapahoe County and trails that have been improved over the years. The City’s trail system is extensive, and most of it is maintained by the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District and Arapahoe Park and Recreation District. The on-street bicycle route system and infrastructure, however, is not as extensive and is largely disconnected, see Bicycle Facilities Map on pages B-56-57. Specific streets such as East Arapahoe Road on the eastern side of the City lack both sidewalk and bike facilities. In general, there is a need for better east-west connectivity for bicyclists, especially across I-25. Roadways that cross I-25 are South Yosemite Street, East Arapahoe Road, East Dry Creek Road, and East County Line Road. Each of these is an arterial roadway that passes under I-25 (South Yosemite is the exception as it traverses over the interstate) making it difficult for cyclists to safely travel across the City. While the South Yosemite crossing of I-25 is within Greenwood Village’s jurisdiction, it is the most bicycle and pedestrian friendly option to connect the east and west sides of Centennial. Recently, the South I-25 Urban Corridor Study was completed by the Denver South Transportation Management Association (DSTMA), which identified priority north-south bicycle corridors as well as major east-west connecting routes. Arapahoe County adopted its first Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan on October 17, 2017 and includes data collection and analysis of all bicycle and pedestrian facilities across the County in both the unincorporated and incorporated areas.
Priority Bicycle Alignments Source: South I-25 Urban Corridor Study (2016)
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Englewood
Aurora
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Highlands Ranch
Littleton
Parker
Walk score is a ranking from 1-100 that signifies how easily walkable a given location is. The score is based on the distance to nearby places and pedestrian friendliness. Source: walkscore.com, 2018
PEDESTRIAN ENVIRONMENT The western side of Centennial is more established with sidewalks. However, recent construction within the eastern portion of the City has included sidewalks and facilities that conform to current standards, see Pedestrian Facilities Map on pages B-58-59. Some specific opportunities to enhance pedestrian connectivity are shown on page 60 and include East Arapahoe Road near Grandview High School, between Peoria Street and South Jordan Road, Alton Way, and within the Antelope neighborhood south and east of Foxfield.
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TRANSIT SYSTEM Centennial is served by a state-of-the-art multi-modal transportation system operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), the regional transit provider for the metro Denver Area. RTD currently operates seven local bus routes, five suburban bus routes, two regional bus routes, three light rail lines, three Call-n-Rides, and a SkyRide route within Centennial. These routes provide residents and businesses with access to major activity centers throughout metro Denver, such as Downtown Denver, Cherry Creek, Denver Tech Center, and Denver International Airport. In addition, RTD operates paratransit service (Access-a-Ride) for those who cannot use fixed-route service; service is provided for those within ¾ mile of fixed-route bus route. RTD also manages several Park-n-Rides in or adjacent to Centennial including one location at East Smoky Hill Road and Picadilly Street, four locations along Centennial’s stretch of the Southeast Light Rail Line (Orchard Station, Arapahoe at Village Center Station, Dry Creek Station, and County Line Station) and one location at C-470 and South University Boulevard. First- and last-mile transportation solutions are critical to the success of attracting riders and making public transit an easy option for everyone. The City’s Innovation Team (i-team) began in 2015 with an initial focus on transportation and mobility. Public outreach identified the first and last mile as a significant challenge. In August 2016, the City launched Go Centennial, a streamlined, innovative, and tech-savvy approach to remedy the first- and last-mile challenge of getting to and from transit stations. The six-month pilot program combined a multi-modal trip planning mobile application and a fully subsidized ride-sharing service. Over the six-month pilot program, 125 people took 1,302 trips. The service could be used by people with disabilities, people without credit cards, B-60
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and people without smart phones. The program received national attention and is being adapted by cities across the country. Providing transportation options for vulnerable populations—older adults, persons with disabilities, and those with low-incomes—allows people to stay in the community and maintain their quality of life. Transit Solutions Arapahoe County, a community-based group, is working to learn, identify, and fulfill the transportation needs for these populations. Providers in the community include Arapahoe County’s Senior Transportation Program, which provides service for adults 60+.
SAFETY Crash data was compiled and analyzed during the development of the 2013 Transportation Master Plan. Twenty-five locations were identified and ranked with the highest number of crashes within the City (shown on the Crash Locations Map on pages B-62-63). The top ten intersections in Centennial with significant crash patterns include: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
I-25 and East Dry Creek Road (west-side) East Arapahoe Road and South Potomac Street East Dry Creek Road and South University Boulevard East Arapahoe Road and South University Boulevard East Arapahoe Road and South Vaughn Street East Smoky Hill Road and South Picadilly Street East Arapahoe Road and South Peoria Street East Lake Avenue and South Parker Road East Orchard Road and East Smoky Hill Road East Dry Creek Road and South Chester Street
A number of roadway and intersection improvements have already been made and others are currently underway within Centennial. Several regional partners, including CDOT, came together to make improvements to the East Arapahoe Road/I-25 interchange, which was completed in early 2018. In addition to the replacement of the existing I-25 bridge over East Arapahoe Road, the project improved operations, safety, and overall mobility. Other corridor studies underway are the Arapahoe Road Corridor Study and the South Parker Road Study – these studies are looking at access, mobility, safety, congestion, and overall multimodal connectivity.
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE Overall, community stakeholders have identified a desire for enhanced walkability and bikeability in addition to increased access to public transit. The community is highly concerned about roadway congestion and desires a multitude of roadway improvements. In fact, the Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey asked Centennial residents to rate the importance of several potential projects for the City to address in the next 10 years, and ‘reducing traffic congestion on City streets’ was rated of the highest importance by 77 percent of respondents. Recent outreach also shows that improving transportation and mobility in Centennial is the top priority to address in the coming years. Transportation issues comprised four out of the top five responses received for desired improvements. These responses included the following recommendations: ▶▶ ▶▶
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Another issue of high importance to residents is the provision of convenient, dependable, and cost-effective transportation options for seniors residing in Centennial. A senior stakeholder put it clearly during her one-on-one interview when she stated, “I’m getting older and soon I won’t be able to drive. How the heck am I going to get around when that time comes?” Stakeholders agree that personalization is key when it comes to incentivizing the use of public transportation among seniors. The Centennial NEXT team also heard that many of Centennial’s existing road networks in residential neighborhoods are problematic when it comes to public transportation. One stakeholder explained how a combination of factors such as “one-way in, one-way out, curvy roads [and] culde-sacs make it very difficult for public transportation to travel through them.”
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Source: Percent of residents rating each characteristic positively, Centennial Citizen Survey (2016)
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PARKS, OPEN SPACE, TRAILS, & RECREATION
Who is Centennial, now? WHY IT MATTERS
Connection to nature is a major contributing factor to quality of life and offers a magnitude of health benefits. Research conducted by the Center for Health and the Global Environment at the Harvard School of Public Health suggests “green spaces offer support for public health, especially given increasing urbanization, disruptions due to climate change, and rising rates of non-communicable chronic disease including mental health disorders.” Over the years, access to parks and recreation opportunities has become an increasingly important factor in determining where to live or locate a business, thus contributing to the local economy.
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KEY POINTS ▶▶ Centennial works with various park and recreation districts and metropolitan districts to enhance active and passive recreation opportunities and programs available to the community. ▶▶ In 2017, Centennial adopted the Trails and Recreation Plan. ▶▶ Open lands are an integral part of Centennial. ▶▶ A total of 170 active recreation facilities are distributed throughout the City. ▶▶
There are a total of 1,497 acres of public and private open space situated within the City limits. There are six regional parks serving the Centennial area.
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OVERVIEW Prior to the establishment of Centennial, the land was a part of unincorporated Arapahoe County. At the time of official incorporation in 2001, Centennial was already being served by three park and recreation districts: South Suburban Parks and Recreation District (SSPRD), Arapahoe County Recreation District (ACRD), and Arapahoe Park and Recreation District (APRD). These organizations were created long before incorporation to construct public parks, trails, and develop recreation programs to benefit the quality of life for citizens residing within their district boundaries and remain intact today. The City maintains limited responsibility for the provision and regulation of parks, trails, open space, or recreation amenities. The City is responsible for Centennial Center Park, Parker Jordan Centennial Open Space, Cherokee Trail Park, and two additional undeveloped parcels zoned for Open Space and Recreation. The City recognizes that open lands are an integral part of the City’s character and residents’ sense of place. Today, the City works with several parks and recreation providers, advocating on behalf of its citizens to enhance active and passive recreation opportunities and programs. Many parks and open space facilities in Centennial still exist through public/private partnerships with various citizen-supported special districts and neighboring jurisdictions. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan laid the foundation for securing the long-term health and vitality of natural lands and established general guidelines for protecting, preserving, and expanding open space. The 2007 Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan, the City’s first, was developed to initiate “highly-visible actions that may excite residents about the longterm opportunities and benefits provided by the system.” The City has CENTENNIAL NEXT
WHETHER YOU LIVE IN CENTENNIAL OR ARE JUST VISITING, YOU CAN’T HELP BUT NOTICE THE PRIDE WE TAKE IN OUR CITY’S VIBRANT PARKS AND OPEN SPACE SYSTEM, EXCEPTIONALLY-CONNECTED BY SCENIC WALKING PATHS AND BIKING TRAILS. successfully implemented most, of the strategies included in the 2007 Plan and continue to realize its three overarching goals (Protect and Promote Parks, Trails, Recreation, and Open Space; Encourage Environmental Responsibility; and Protect Sensitive Natural Areas) as a result.
of open lands, developing a proactive approach to meeting future needs, and ensuring equitable distribution of facilities across the City. The following sections provide information about the existing facilities and current gaps within Centennial.
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PARKS, OPEN SPACE, TRAILS, AND RECREATION PARKS AND OPEN SPACE Green space is one of the most beloved assets and continues to define why Centennial is an extraordinary place to live, work, and play. The City has an impressive grand total of 1,497 acres of public and private open space land within its limits, see Parks, Open Space, Trails, & Recreation Map on pages 74-75. With regard to public parks and public open space (1,532 acres), most exists within public open space (962.7 acres), while public parks consist of 569.3 acres. Centennial owns two public parks, one area of open space, and two undeveloped parcels of land that collectively serve as the stomping grounds for residents and visitors to play, jog, cycle, and relax. These City-owned parks and open space areas include: ▶▶ Award-winning, 11-acre Centennial Center Park ▶▶ 7.9 acre Cherokee Trail Park, located along the Piney Creek Trail ▶▶ 107-acre Parker Jordan Centennial Open Space, located along Cherry Creek ▶▶ 18 acres of open space near Arapaho Park and Monterey Open Space ▶▶ 43.5-acre site for future park/open space, located on South Potomac Street near the Bronco’s training facility
NOT JUST A PLACE TO PLAY, BUT A PLACE TO LEARN, CENTENNIAL CENTER PARK IS A TREASURE-TROVE OF HISTORY AND TRIVIA. Source: http://www.centennialco.gov/Open-Space-Parks/centennial-center-park-features.aspx
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BEST PLAYGROUND IN 5280’S “TOP OF THE TOWN” ISSUE! Centennial Center Park was named the Editor’s Choice for its “behemoth playground” in the sports and outdoors category in 5280 Magazine’s July 2014 “Top of the Town” issue. The annual Top of the Town list includes the very best people, places, and experiences in and around the Mile High City. The Top of the Town 2014 categories include dining, shopping, services, sports, and outdoors and culture and nightlife.
Centennial Center Park The City’s award-winning, 11-acre Centennial Center Park is a local favorite that draws residents and visitors of all ages. Its manicured landscape, ideally situated on a slight buff next to the Centennial Civic Center, boasts a multitude of amenities including two expansive play areas, three climbing walls, an amphitheater, a native plant demonstration garden, a gas fireplace, three decorative water fountains, and multiple plazas and shelters available for reservations. The design of Centennial Center Park is intended to convey the passage of time and features various historical and educational elements, including the historical timeline of the Cherry Creek Basin, the four periods of human history, and fun facts about the State of Colorado. The Park is home to almost all of Centennial’s hugely popular community events, including the annual Brew N Que Beer and BBQ Festival, Chalk Art Festival, Centennial Under the Stars Laser Light Show, Holiday Lighting Celebration, and numerous live music shows, among many others.
UNDER THE STARS LASER LIGHT SHOW VOTED BEST OF THE BEST The Centennial Under the Stars Laser Light Show was named Best Annual Event in Centennial as part of Colorado Community Media’s 2015 “Best of the Best”. South Suburban Parks and Recreation District’s High Line Canal 5K/10K was also recognized in this category. The “Best of the Best” is a promotional contest voted on by readers of Colorado Community Media publications. Nominated businesses that accumulate the most votes in its category during a six-week period are declared the “Best of the Best” by Colorado Community Media.
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There are six regional parks serving the Centennial area: ▶▶ Cherry Creek State Park: 4,200 acres; ▶▶ Arapahoe County Fairgrounds Park: 210 acres; ▶▶ David Lorenz Regional Park: 85 acres; ▶▶ Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park: 75 acres; ▶▶ Dove Valley Regional Park: 52 acres; and ▶▶ 17-Mile House Farm Park: 34 acres. These large parks offer multiple opportunities for varied recreation styles. Cherry Creek State Park surrounds the 880-surface acre Cherry Creek Reservoir, providing a natural prairie landscape with camping, picnicking, and other outdoor facilities. Educational recreation is available at the 17Mile House Farm Park, where visitors can witness a historic landscape while learning about pioneers traveling through the area in the 1860s. The Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park envisions an educational nature park through the reclamation of a riparian landscape. B-70
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Dove Valley Regional Park, Arapahoe County Fairgrounds Park, and David Lorenz Regional Park focus primarily on active recreation. The Cherokee Trail Park exists through a partnership between Centennial and the Arapahoe Park and Recreation District, and is primarily a passive recreation park. This park provides trail access to Cherry Creek State Park and has the potential for additional park amenities if the public desires. A total of 170 active recreation facilities are located throughout the City. These facilities include public baseball/softball fields, football/soccer fields, basketball courts, recreation centers, pools, playgrounds, tennis courts, and one skate park. Through public outreach on the 2017 Trails and Recreation Plan, 79 percent of survey respondents said they currently have adequate access to parks and recreation facilities within a 5-minute drive or 10-minute walk from their home or office.
OPEN SPACE ACQUISITIONS Evidenced by public feedback in citizen surveys and the passage of the Arapahoe County Open Space Sales Tax, residents have expressed a clear desire for more open space, parks, and trails. In 2010, Centennial verified its commitment to strengthening the local and regional green space network by acquiring 50 percent ownership of 107 acres of open space along Cherry Creek in partnership with Parker Jordan Metro District (PJMD). This acquisition made it possible to complete one of the last significant links in the 40-mile Cherry Creek Regional Trail, which spans a scenic landscape from downtown Denver to Castlewood Canyon State Park. Now known as the Parker Jordan Centennial Open Space, this expansive open space oasis is connected to the Cherry Creek Valley Ecosystem Park and 17-Mile House Farm Park; a trifecta of green spaces tied to the Cherry Creek ecosystem. Together, they comprise a regionally-significant network of natural areas which preserve the quality of the environment and offer a plethora of outdoor recreation opportunities for area residents and visitors to enjoy. In 2018, Centennial acquired the remaining 50 percent of the Parker Jordan Centennial Open Space from PJMD for 100 percent ownership. Among the most recent efforts to protect and secure additional open space was the formation of a partnership with South Suburban Parks and Recreation District (SSPRD), the South Metro Land Conservancy, the Trust for Public Lands, and Arapahoe County to acquire a conservation easement on the Sumac Hill Farm adjacent to deKoevend Park and the High Line Canal. The initiative was successful and the farm is legally protected from any future development. Its 11 acres of open space are set aside for current and future generations to enjoy. As former Mayor Cathy Noon noted in her 2016 State of the City Address, the City is also actively participating in discussions regarding the preservation and restoration of the High Line Canal. APPENDIX B: EXISTING CONDITIONS SNAPSHOTS - PARKS, OPEN SPACE, TRAILS, & RECREATION
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TRAILS Centennial boasts 98 miles of bike paths/lanes and trails. This trail system ranges from soft-surface, off-street pathways, pathways along drainage corridors to paved, on-street bicycle travel lanes. Though there is a variety and multitude of trails within the City, several gaps in this system leave room for improvement. Though separated pathway multi-use facilities have been developed within individual subdivisions, they often do not connect to the regional trail system. Connections to larger regional trail systems, such as the State Parks trail system, High Line Canal, and surrounding local trails are still desired by residents. These gaps are also found in the on-street bicycle lane network; though designated lanes are available throughout the City, they often discontinue at major intersections, and do not connect to employment centers or civic destinations. Many sidewalks throughout the City require crossing large arterial roads to make connections, causing significant safety concerns. These sidewalks may provide connections but are not always compatible alternatives to all users, like recreational cyclists or dog walkers. Connectivity to open space is known to improve quality of life and activity levels, and when these trails connect residences to open space, the benefits are even more vast.
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Miles of Trails Many nearby trails are found on the west side of I-25 amidst dense residential development and are less available within the eastern residential development, revealing an opportunity for more trail connections on the east side of the City. To develop new trail connections/networks in older, well-established residential neighborhoods is challenging due to lack of easements or public rights-of-way and the desire for residents to avoid construction and increased travel near their homes.
“WHEN YOU ARE SURROUNDED BY NATURE, REMARKABLE THINGS CAN HAPPEN: YOUR MUSCLES FEEL MORE RELAXED, YOU THINK A LITTLE MORE CLEARLY, AND YOU BREATHE A LITTLE BIT DEEPER.” - Harvard School of Public Health, Center for Health and the Global Environment
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE Parks, open space, trails, and recreation are very important to Centennial’s citizens. In the outreach completed as part of this planning process, community members listed “parks” and “trails” as the top two answers for what they love most about Centennial. “Centennial Center Park”, “outdoor spaces and activities”, and “open spaces” were also present among the most popular responses. This feedback also comprised the top responses for what the community wants to preserve in the future. Interestingly, many citizens cited walkability and bikeability as two aspects they love about Centennial, but they were also listed in the top three most common responses on possible improvements. Other recommended improvements included additional trail connections and recreational amenities, and surface level improvements to open space areas to make them more user-friendly for passive recreational use.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Who is Centennial, now? WHY IT MATTERS The economic health of the community is essential to the long-term vitality and sustainability of the City and its residents. Commercial development, and retail businesses in particular, provide a large portion of the City’s tax base that funds essential municipal services such as police, fire, and roads. In addition, good jobs, healthy infrastructure, and economic diversity all contribute to the high quality of life in Centennial and allow for better economic positioning within metro Denver.
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KEY POINTS ▶▶ Wage and salary employment grew at
1.8 percent per year from 2005 to 2013— faster than both metro Denver and the State—and as of late 2016, Centennial’s average weekly wage was $1,317, 12 percent higher than Metro Denver.
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of $102,237 is significantly higher than metro Denver and the State. The commercial market in the City is strong as the City has been growing faster than metro Denver since 2006. The office market has been particularly strong, as vacancy has dropped 4.3 percent over the past year, and as lease rates have increased.
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OVERVIEW Centennial is a unique community in that it incorporated with over 100,000 residents in 2001, the largest incorporation in the country, at the time. With a substantial portion of the City built out, there is a healthy balance of jobs to housing, which is currently at 1.45:1 an enviable position compared to many suburban communities. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan set forth high-level goals and policies pertaining to economic development in Centennial, shown in the callout box on page B-79. Centennial’s size and unique geographic distribution has prompted the subsequent development of a series of sub-area plans to supplement the Comprehensive Plan’s vision and address localized issues and opportunities associated with future growth and development. This snapshot highlights some of these identified sub-areas with a focus on economic development issues and opportunities.
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Centennial has favorable opportunities for additional employment growth. This includes the 42-acre Jones District with plans for 1.8 million square feet of mixed-use development as well as additional business park space east of I-25 along East Arapahoe Road and south to Dove Valley and Centennial Airport. Like most metro Denver cities, one of Centennial’s greatest economic challenges is developing an adequate retail base to generate sales tax revenues to fund City services. In the last decade, the City has made great strides toward this goal with the redevelopment of Southglenn Mall into The Streets at SouthGlenn, the opening of Topgolf, the attraction of IKEA Centennial, and the annexation of Centennial Promenade. Net taxable sales have shown strong recent growth, increasing 4.6% from 2016 to 2017, topping $1.59 billion. Despite recent success, the City continues to pursue strategies to maintain and grow its retail base in the face of prevailing retail trends brought on by the rise of online shopping and shifting consumer demands. The way people shop, the goods they are interested in, and the experiences they are searching for are resulting in a seismic shift in the retail industry that has already led to closing big box stores. These shifts threaten the traditional retailing model and will require cities, including Centennial, to be responsive and adaptable to the changes occurring today and anticipated in the future in the retail industry.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOALS FROM THE 2004 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ▶▶ Goal 1: Increase and Stabilize an Adequate Revenue
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Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q1 2018, Development Research Partners (DRP).
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Base ▶▶ Goal 2: Encourage Revitalization and Reinvestment ▶▶ Goal 3: Balance Employment, Housing, Transportation/Mobility Options ▶▶ Goal 4: Market Centennial as an Employment and Business Center ▶▶ Goal 5: Provide a Business-Friendly Land Use, Entitlement, and Permitting Process ▶▶ Goal 6: Pursue Art, Cultural, Recreational, Civic, and Tourism Opportunities
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ECONOMICS WAGE AND SALARY EMPLOYMENT As of 2017, Centennial had a total of 61,216 jobs, up 2.6 percent from 2016. The largest industries by supersector are: 1) Professional and Business Services, 2) Financial Activities, and 3) Education and Health Services, all of which have over 6,000 jobs. Secondary industries—those with 4,000 to 6,000 jobs—include 1) Leisure and Hospitality, 2) Retail Trade, and 3) Construction.
Centennial Employment by Supersector (numbers shown in thousands)
Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q3 2017. Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Labor Market Information. QCEW, Development Research Partners (DRP).
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EMPLOYMENT GROWTH COMPARISON From 2005 to 2013, wage and salary employment grew faster in Centennial than in metro Denver and the State as a whole.
After a slight decline in 2006, the City’s employment grew to a pre-recession high of nearly 110 percent of 2005 levels in 2008. After declining to around 101 percent in 2010, it increased steadily through 2013, reaching a high of 115 percent. As of early 2017, Centennial’s average weekly wage was $1,381, 13 percent higher than metro Denver.
Average Weekly Wage for All Industries
Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q1 2018. Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Labor Market Information. QCEW, Development Research Partners (DRP).
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Employment Indicators by Subsector
Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q3 2017. Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Development Research Partners (DRP), Labor Market Information. QCEW.
Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q3 2017. Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Development Research Partners (DRP), Labor Market Information. QCEW.
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIZATION Centennial’s industry employment concentration differs from metro Denver as a whole. Both metro Denver and Centennial have a high percentage of employment concentrated in Professional & Business Services (19% and 24% respectively). The next largest specializations for Centennial are Financial Activities (13%) and Education and Health Services (11%), while metro Denver’s next largest specializations are Government (14%) and Education and Health Services (13%). Centennial has significantly higher concentrations in Construction, Information, and Financial Activities while metro Denver’s higher concentrations are Government, Leisure & Hospitality, and Manufacturing. Centennial’s recent highest growing industries have been Leisure & Hospitality and Construction while metro Denver has seen it’s highest growth in Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities.
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Comcast Arrow Electronics United Healthcare United Launch Alliance Oppenheimer Funds Nordstrom Bank Sierra Nevada Corporation Zillow Group Standard & Poor’s (McGraw-Hill Companies)
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Employment Concentration in Centennial
Source: Colorado Department of Labor; Bureau of Labor Statistics; Economic & Planning Systems
EMPLOYMENT CONCENTRATION Centennial’s employment centers are located in several key areas, most of which are in the central part of the City. The west side of I-25 from East Arapahoe Road to East County Line Road has the heaviest concentration, including Panorama Corporate Center and the surrounding corporate office parks. Major employers in this area include Arrow, Comcast, and United Launch Alliance. An extension of this employment center, home to United Healthcare, can be found to the north at South Quebec Street and East Caley Avenue adjacent to the Denver Tech Center. US Foods, Oppenheimer Funds, and several major financial services providers have offices at East Arapahoe Road and South Revere Street north of Centennial Airport. Among the secondary nodes are East Arapahoe Road and South Havana Street (The Zillow Group) and East Arapahoe Road and University Boulevard (NCS Pearson).
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UNEMPLOYMENT Centennial’s unemployment rate has followed a similar trend to metro Denver and the State from 2006 through the second quarter of 2016. From 2006 to 2010, the City’s unemployment rate increased from 3.1 percent to 6.4 percent, remaining lower than metro Denver and the State. Metro Denver and State hit peak unemployment levels of 8.7 percent in 2010, while Centennial hit a peak unemployment level of 7.8 percent in 2011. Since that time, all three areas have steadily improved and as of late 2017, the City was at a healthy 2.5 percent while metro Denver and State are at 2.7 percent and 2.8 percent, respectively.
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT From 2006 to 2016, commercial inventory grew 1.8 percent per year, adding 1.9 million square feet. This is nearly four times faster than metro Denver. As of the first quarter of 2018, Centennial boasts 13.3 million square feet of commercial space, approximately 41 percent of which is office; with the remainder split between retail and industrial/flex space. From 2006 to 2016, commercial inventory grew 1.8 percent per year, adding 1.9 million square feet. This is nearly four times faster than metro Denver, which grew at 0.5 percent annually. The most significant growth was in the retail sector, which added 1.1 million square feet, 45 percent of the City’s 2006 inventory. Large increments of space were added in 2008 through 2010 with The Streets at SouthGlenn project and in 2012, with the opening of IKEA Centennial. B-86
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Unemployment Rates
Source: City of Centennial Quarterly Economic Report, Q1 2018. Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Labor Market Information. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Development Research Partners (DRP).
While the City’s commercial market has been growing steadily for the past decade, rents have remained strong and vacancies relatively low. The average office rent in Centennial is around $20 per square foot—on par with metro Denver—while retail rents of $19 and industrial rents of $9 are 15 percent and 7 percent above metro Denver rates, respectively. Office vacancy is a bit on the high side, nearly 11 percent versus 10 percent for metro Denver. Industrial vacancy is also higher than the metro Denver average (11.7 percent compared to 4.6 percent). Centennial’s retail sector is the strongest, with only 4.6 percent vacancy, which is slightly above metro Denver’s 4.4 percent. APPENDIX B: EXISTING CONDITIONS SNAPSHOTS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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I-25 CORRIDOR SUBAREA PLANNING VISION: “The I-25 Corridor Sub-Area should be a vibrant, competitive, and economically healthy hub along the Interstate that has a sense of place, attracts businesses and employers, and takes advantage of the light rail station while maintaining an efficient and safe multi-modal transportation system.� From this vision, the overarching goal of the I-25 Corridor Sub-Area Plan is to create a place that is unique, attractive, and inviting.
FUTURE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES The I-25 Corridor Sub-Area is one of the leading opportunities for development and redevelopment within the South Metro Denver Area and extends from East Arapahoe Road to East County Line Road (shown on the map on B-20). Over the past decade, the I-25 corridor has experienced tremendous growth- a trend which is expected to continue partly due to the presence and expansion of the RTD light rail system. The study area offers an exceptional opportunity for Centennial to encourage unique and exciting economic and development opportunities. A significant project is The Jones District, a 1.8 million square foot mixed-use development on 42 acres south of the Dry Creek Light Rail Station. There are also office, light industrial, and flex space development opportunities to the east of I-25 along East Arapahoe Road and south to Dove Valley and Centennial Airport. The 55-acre Encompass Business Park, a large-scale office and industrial development between East Arapahoe Road and East Fremont Avenue, will have thirteen development sites ranging from 14,000 square feet to 150,000 square feet.
I-25 Corridor Sub-Area Plan The adoption of the I-25 Corridor Sub-Area Plan in 2013 established a framework (refer to the SubArea Plan Boundary Map) to ensure portions of Centennial and unincorporated Arapahoe County adjacent to I-25 and Centennial Airport remain vital and competitive during the development of the south I-25 corridor.
The Importance of Centennial Airport As the second most active general aviation airport in the country, with takeoffs and landings on par with San Francisco Airport, Centennial Airport provides exceptional mobility for corporate travelers and serves as an important employment generator for the region. It is located entirely within unincorporated Arapahoe County and owned by the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority. Despite the fact the airport is located outside of City limits, its close proximity to the City provides a positive impact on future economic development, employment, and land development patterns both within the South Metro Denver Area and within Centennial. As such, the Comprehensive Plan and various sub-area plans collectively aim to protect and enhance the future viability of Centennial Airport.
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SALES TAX REVENUE From 2009 to 2017, net sales tax revenue for Centennial increased by $21.3 million from $18.1 million to $39.4 million. This growth can be attributed to the new retail development in the City including The Streets at SouthGlenn and IKEA Centennial during this time period. It represents over a 100 percent increase over 2009 levels.
Net Sales Tax Revenue (Millions), 2009-2017 Source: City of Centennial Finance Department
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE In general, residents are proud of their local economy and that Centennial is debt-free. They would like the City to continue to assure the economy remains strong and attractive to prospective businesses and employers. The Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey indicated that 82 percent of Centennial citizens rated overall economic health as excellent or good; higher than the national benchmark. Other economic aspects with ratings which exceed national benchmarks include shopping opportunities, employment opportunities, and place to work. Additionally, 77 percent of citizens gave positive ratings for business and services and 65 percent gave positive ratings for Centennial as a place to visit. The lowest ratings (49 percent) were given to the cost of living aspect of the economic category from the survey.
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ESSENTIAL COMMUNITY SERVICES
Who is Centennial, now? WHY IT MATTERS Efficient, cost-effective utilities, and access to high-quality services and good schools are important economic drivers and contribute to enhanced quality of life in any city. Often, people decide where to live or locate businesses based on the quality of services available. Emerging trends in technology and innovation are changing the way cities plan for the imminent and rapidly shifting social, economic, and environmental conditions. City governments are responding by taking a more aggressive approach to driving economic development by offering creative incentives and competitive advantages. In the effort to remain competitive and maximize quality of life, cities have begun to prepare for future needs and desires by investing in the modernization of existing infrastructure as well as embracing new forms of infrastructure and technological innovations that may ultimately reinvent the way we experience our built environment.
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Centennial operates within a “limited” government framework that features core City-employed staff, a number of contracted services, and a network of special districts. This allows for improved efficiency and cost savings in local government operations.
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OVERVIEW Before the City of Centennial was established, the land was governed by Arapahoe County. It was during this time that residents voted to form special districts to bring much needed services to the area. When Centennial incorporated in 2001, these special districts remained and continue to serve the City today. The special districts collect property taxes and fees to provide essential services throughout the community. The 2004 Comprehensive Plan set forth three goals pertaining to the provision of utilities and services in Centennial, shown in the callout box on the next page. Centennial is a highly-efficient city, contracting and partnering with different entities to provide law enforcement and fire protection, utilities, recreation, and other essential community services. Centennial is divided into four City Council Districts, depicted in the City of Centennial Council Districts figure on page B-93. The tables beginning on page B-94 show all the special districts currently operating within the City per service category and Council District. It also includes private service providers.
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City of Centennial Council Districts The City of Centennial is responsible for facilitating and maintaining efficiency through partnerships with special districts, private companies, and other agencies and authorities to successfully provide utilities to residents. Through the City’s nationally recognized public/private partnerships and innovative contract business model, it strives to deliver the best value and highest quality services to residents and allow for improved efficiency and cost savings in local government operations. Mayor Stephanie Piko put it best in her 2018 State of the City Address, “we recognize that when newcomers are considering where to move their families, the safety
of the community and the quality of schools are priorities for families. Our public safety and education partners make Centennial better… Those who know, know the unique relationship this area has with our special districts. The strength and dedication to serve our citizens helps Centennial be a successful community by providing uniquely targeted and needed services to our residents.”
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UTILITIES AND SERVICES GOALS FROM THE 2004 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
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Special Districts and Service Providers by Council District CITY OF CENTENNIAL SPECIAL DISTRICTS
CITY OF CENTENNIAL SPECIAL DISTRICTS
All Council Districts
District 2
Transportation
Regional Transportation District (RTD)
Flood Control
Urban Drainage and Flood Control District
Soil Conservation
West Arapahoe Soil Conservation District
Stormwater
Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority
Library
Arapahoe Library District
CITY OF CENTENNIAL SPECIAL DISTRICTS District 1 Water
Southeast Englewood Water District Willows Water District
Sewer
South Arapahoe Sanitation District South Englewood Sanitation District No. 1
Fire
South Metro Fire Rescue District
Parks and Recreation
South Suburban Parks and Recreation District
Electric and Gas
XCEL Energy
Schools
Littleton Public Schools
Metropolitan and Improvement Districts
Southern Metro District
Airport Influence Area
None
Water
Arapahoe Estates Water District Southeast Englewood Water District Southgate Water District Willows Water District
Sewer
Southgate Sanitation District Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority
Fire
South Metro Fire Rescue District
Parks and Recreation
South Suburban Parks and Recreation District
Electric and Gas
XCEL Energy
Schools
Cherry Creek School District Littleton Public Schools
Metropolitan and Improvement Districts
Cherry Park General Improvement District Greenwood South Metro District Liberty Hill Metro District Suburban Metro District
Airport Influence Area
None
*Some of the special districts established for water services in the City of Centennial contract with Denver Water to provide services and therefore residents in some areas may not recognize the designated special district denoted for water in the charts above.
*Some of the special districts established for water services in the City of Centennial contract with Denver Water to provide services and therefore residents in some areas may not recognize the designated special district denoted for water in the charts above.
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District 3
District 4
Water
Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority Arapahoe Estates Water District Castlewood Water District District East Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation (Water Only) East Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation Southeast Englewood Water District Southgate Water District Willows Water District
Sewer
Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority
Fire
South Metro Fire Rescue District
Parks and Recreation
Arapahoe County Recreation District Arapahoe Park and Recreation District South Suburban Parks and Recreation District
Electric and Gas
Intermountain Rural Electric Association XCEL Energy
Schools
Cherry Creek School District Littleton Public Schools
Metropolitan and Improvement Districts
Arapahoe Water and Wastewater Public Improvement District Centennial 23 Metro District Chaparral Metro District Dove Valley Metro District East Arapahoe Metro District Foxridge General Improvement District Heritage Greens Metro District Highland Park Metro District Interstate South Metro District Landmark Metro District Panorama Metro District Parker Jordan Metro District Southgate Corporate Center Metro District Suburban Metro District Walnut Hills General Improvement District
Airport Influence Area
Centennial Airport
Water
Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority Castlewood Water District East Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation District East Valley Water and Sanitation District Havana Water and Sanitation District
Sewer
Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority
Fire
South Metro Fire Rescue District
Parks and Recreation
Arapahoe County Recreation District Arapahoe Park and Recreation District Smoky Hill Metro District
Electric and Gas
Intermountain Rural Electric Association XCEL Energy
Schools
Cherry Creek School District
Metropolitan and Improvement Districts
Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Public Improvement District Columbia Metro District Liverpool Metro District Parkview Metro District Bonds Piney Creek Metro District Piney Creek Village Metro District
Airport Influence Area
Centennial Airport
*Some of the special districts established for water services in the City of Centennial contract with Denver Water to provide services and therefore residents in some areas may not recognize the designated special district denoted for water in the charts above.
*Some of the special districts established for water services in the City of Centennial contract with Denver Water to provide services and therefore residents in some areas may not recognize the designated special district denoted for water in the charts above.
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INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES WATER AND SANITATION Centennial relies on special districts, private companies, and other agencies and authorities to provide services such as water, gas, phone, fiber optics, energy, and waste disposal. Denver Water is the supplier for many of the water districts which is a reliable source of raw water for most residents. Denver Water also maintains water distribution mains within the special districts while district staff maintains services. Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Authority (ACWWA) and the East Cherry Creek Valley (ECCV) Water and Sanitation District obtain and treat their water from other sources. These two districts serve the eastern portion of the City. Sanitation Districts within the boundaries of Centennial do not provide treatment of wastewater, only collection. B-96
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Wastewater is treated at the Littleton/Englewood or Metro Wastewater plants. The Water District Map and the Sanitation District Map found on the following pages indicate the areas served by water and sanitation districts within Centennial. Some districts also serve areas outside of Centennial. Most of the water and sanitation districts serving Centennial existed prior to the City’s 2001 incorporation and are located on land that is currently built out, so additional capacity is not anticipated. Areas noted on the Sanitation District Map as “septic”, are not provided sanitation services from any District within the City.
STORMWATER The Southeast Metropolitan Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) provides stormwater management, planning, construction, and maintenance services under an intergovernmental agreement with Centennial for all storm drain facilities except for local street drainage. SEMSWA’s activities include: ▶▶ Planning ▶▶ Funding ▶▶ Construction ▶▶ Acquisition ▶▶ Operation ▶▶ Maintenance SEMSWA is also responsible for ensuring compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and other environmental regulations and strives to educate the public about stormwater quality. SEMSWA is funded through user fees, system development charges, and intergovernmental revenue. SEMSWA manages the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) process for Centennial and reviews stormwater management plans for construction activities within the City. They also fund capital improvements related to stormwater. The average capital improvement budget is approximately $3 million per year. SEMSWA often partners with Centennial and the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District on projects located within City limits.
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FIBER BACKBONE Centennial’s current fiber-optic network includes over 50 miles of underground fiber-optic infrastructure, refer to Fiber Infrastructure Map on pages B-106-107. Currently, this network provides connectivity for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) which includes City-operated traffic signals, closed circuit television cameras, and traffic signal detection sensors. In 2008, the City began improving connectivity between these assets and are continuing to evaluate opportunities to deploy fiber throughout the community to enhance public services and economic development opportunities.
“WE LOOK FORWARD TO CONNECTING MORE COMMUNITY ANCHOR INSTITUTIONS TO THE CITY’S FIBER BACKBONE AND CONTINUING THE POSITIVE MOMENTUM WE HAVE WITH OUR BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS.” –Mayor Stephanie Piko
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“MUNICIPAL BROADBAND IS Centennial dedicated $5.7 million to ESSENTIAL 21ST CENTURY implement the Fiber Master Plan INFRASTRUCTURE AND VITAL FOR ECONOMIC In 2013, Centennial voters overwhelmingly supported the City’s intention to create a new fiber broadband infrastructure for the City. City Council committed to providing cutting-edge DEVELOPMENT. WHEN CITY technology for community anchor institutions and businesses located in Centennial. This is demonstrated by their approval of a $5.7 million Fiber Master Plan in March 2016 to COUNCIL APPROVED THE FIBER enhance existing fiber opportunities and provide a foundation for more competition, leading to increased options for higher internet speeds. Today, that plan is taking shape MASTER PLAN, THE INTENT and includes the build-out of more than 50 miles of new backbone fiber. By treating the Fiber Master Plan as a program rather than a project, the City WAS TO ALLOW OPPORTUNITIES creates processes and procedures to plan and manage the expansion of the network to support more users in and around Centennial and ensure it FOR OPEN ACCESS TO THE CITY’S continues to meet the needs of the City and citizens. This fiber backbone will connect and complete the City’s underground infrastructure, connecting BACKBONE, ENHANCING CENTENNIAL’S key City sites and other community anchor institutions such as schools, libraries, emergency responders, and the City itself. This backbone will INFRASTRUCTURE FOR BUSINESSES, enable both existing and new broadband providers to tie into the new infrastructure with the goal of providing better and more competitive RESIDENTS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES.” choices and services for consumers. - Council Member & Fiber Commission Chair Ken Lucas
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COMMUNITY SERVICES AND INSTITUTIONS A variety of community anchor institutions provide services to Centennial (refer to the maps starting on page B-110). The City is served by the Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) and Littleton Public Schools (LPS), both of which have earned national recognition
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for their award-winning academic excellence. Arapahoe Libraries operates four public libraries in the City, providing ample opportunities for residents to gather, explore, interact, and imagine. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and South Metro Fire Rescue District collectively share credit for the City’s consistent recognition as one of the safest cities in Colorado.
EDUCATION The Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) and Littleton Public Schools (LPS) provide youth with an award-winning education, a driving factor that attracts new families who value excellence in education to reside in Centennial. Twelve elementary schools within the CCSD are located within City limits; this includes 11 public facilities and one charter school.
Two traditional high schools serve Centennial residents while Endeavor Academy provides an alternative educational format. Arapahoe High School (LPS) is located on the west side of the City and Eaglecrest High School (CCSD) is located on the east side in Unincorporated Arapahoe County. Thirteen schools within the LPS system are within Centennial with three others outside the City limits. Three LPS elementary schools – Peabody, Hopkins, and Highland Elementary Schools – offer preschool options. Seven private schools offer additional options for residents; two of these offer a Christianaffiliated education for grades preschool through eighth grade. The six other private schools have no affiliation and primarily serve the preschool and kindergarten education levels. Refer to the Community Institutions Map on pages B-110111 to view the locations of area schools and public libraries.
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LIBRARIES Libraries add value to a community by welcoming diverse populations, serving as informal universities, supporting local art and culture, and being champions for youth. Centennial is lucky enough to be home to four libraries operated through the Arapahoe Libraries system: SouthGlenn, Smoky Hill, Koelbel, and Castlewood locations. These libraries offer users access to computer services, study rooms, bookstores, and programs/classes. The SouthGlenn and Smoky Hill locations offer “The Studio,” a soundproof studio with green screens and software to facilitate creativity. Coffee shops and art galleries are just two of the perks of visiting the Smoky Hill and Koelbel libraries. The Castlewood location offers a Makerspace with access to 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing equipment, power tools, and electronics tools.
PUBLIC SAFETY Centennial is not only one of the safest cities in Colorado but also nationwide. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has played a pivotal role in this designation by incorporating innovative measures to effectively encourage public safety. South Metro Fire Rescue plays a significant role in the increased safety of the City; as of January 1, 2019, South Metro Fire Rescue, provides emergency response services and public assistance to all Centennial residents. Prior to 2018, the City was served by three fire protection districts, Cunningham Fire Protection District, Littleton Fire Protection District, and South Metro Fire Rescue. In 2018, the three fire districts unified under one fire district, South Metro Fire Rescue. Centennial also utilizes neighborhood watch programs and mandatory curfews for minors to help promote safety for all residents.
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CENTENNIAL CITY GOVERNMENT The City of Centennial is represented by nine elected officials: one Mayor and eight City Council Members. Two representatives are elected from each of the four districts within the City. The Mayor serves a four-year term at-large and Council Members are elected for four-year staggered terms. The Centennial City Council works together to provide leadership, balance public needs and interests, establish City policies, and create the City’s vision. City Council also appoints a City Manager to oversee City operations and implement policy decisions determined by the Council. The City Manager directs City department actions and develops policy implementation programs and a variety of special projects.
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There are ten Boards, Commissions, Committees, and Authorities serving on the City’s behalf. These groups are comprised of volunteers appointed by City Council. Approximately 63 volunteers are involved in the following Boards, Commissions, Committees, and Authorities: ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
Audit Committee Board of Review Budget Committee Election Commission Fiber Commission Investment Commission Open Space Advisory Board Planning and Zoning Commission Senior Commission Youth Commission
Public Works Department With almost 40,000 municipal, township, and county governments in the U.S., Centennial’s Public Works Department became the 119th accredited public works agency and the first-ever public-private partnership public works agency in the United States. Centennial’s current Mayor Stephanie Piko expressed, “Centennial prides itself on being innovative and doing business differently, which includes innovative partnerships that not only benefit individuals and businesses but also our community and the environment”. The City’s Public Works Department performs many of the day-to-day services that directly impact quality of life. These services include: ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶
Construction management Street maintenance and improvement Issue permits for work within the right-of-way Snow removal and ice control on municipal streets Transportation planning Managing traffic control Mosquito population control
“THE PARTNERSHIP THE CITY HAS WITH JACOBS HAS LED TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT THE CITIZENS OF CENTENNIAL.” - Mayor Stephanie Piko
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Unique City Programs Centennial fosters unique public participation opportunities for residents of all ages. The City shows support for seniors by promoting active community involvement, providing resources for aging in community and offering a forum for senior ideas, needs, and concerns. The Centennial Senior Commission shares insight into City matters affecting Centennial’s seniors by offering hands-on experience and personalized learning which unites community members in resolving concerns and accomplishing beneficial change within the community. The Centennial Youth Commission delivers a similar experience for the community’s 13-18-year olds. The Youth Commission develops community programs and influences policy-making and participates in City-wide events. The Youth Commission and Centennial Municipal Court partnered to implement a Teen Court. Teen Court is a community-based, juvenile intervention/prevention program offering an alternative to going through a regular court hearing. It effectively holds the juvenile accountable for their actions and promotes long-term behavioral changes that lead to enhanced public safety. Centennial 101 is a free program offered to residents, designed to educate them about the inner-workings of the City. Through the interactive seven-week program, participants learn about Centennial’s history, taxes/budget, development/planning, street infrastructure, public safety, fire, and building safety and opportunities to get involved. Graduates from Centennial 101 praise the program, claiming to have an increased sense of community pride and knowledge after attending the courses.
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“CENTENNIAL 101 SHEDS LIGHT ON THE “SECRET SAUCE” THAT MAKES THE CITY NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED.” -Centennial 101 Graduate Testimonial
Additional Community Resources Through the City of Centennial, Arapahoe County, and other State and federal programs, a multitude of other resources are available for the members of the community. Caregiving, respite care, home safety/ aging in community, and health assistance programs are available to seniors through various companies, the Department of Veteran Affairs, and other organizations. Trusted links to food resources, medical/health websites, financial assistance, social services, housing resources, transportation, and volunteer/work opportunities are offered on the City’s official website, centennialco.gov.
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CITIZENS’ PERSPECTIVE Results from various public outreach completed as part of the Centennial NEXT planning process, found residents did not provide a significant amount of commentary related to essential community services in Centennial. This may be because it supports the findings from an earlier Centennial 2016 Citizen Survey, which indicated most residents are satisfied with existing services. However, two exceptions appeared in many survey responses: 1) residents want access to higher internet speed options to be provided by the City’s new fiber optic network expansion; and 2) increased snow removal services. In fact, snow removal ranked as one of the top five most common responses for what residents would like to improve about Centennial in the future. In 2017, City Council allocated funds to add five additional snow plows to the City’s fleet.
Members of the Youth Commission also shared positive feedback about their schools and educational experience. However, they felt the school districts could do a better job at attracting more students from diverse backgrounds.
Some citizens have noticed inefficiencies and discrepancies in quality among special districts operating under the same service category and thus expressed the desire to consolidate certain special districts; specifically, the parks and recreation and water districts as well as waste/recycling services. One survey respondent explained how acrimony exists between the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District and the Arapahoe Park and Recreation District. He or she believes, “We need to have ONE parks department. All the other districts are working admirably but the fight for open space dollars is unacceptable.” A few of the residents who live in areas of Centennial not serviced by Denver Water expressed dissatisfaction with their water quality and a desire for access to alternative options. Overall, citizens seem to love their local schools, libraries, and emergency responders. When residents were asked what they love most about Centennial, “schools” was the third most popular response, “low crime rate/safety” was the fifth most popular, and libraries fell under the eighth most popular response which was under the “community and recreation amenities” umbrella category. Respondents expressed nothing but praise when it comes to these three topics. Centennial Youth Commission members recommended newer, more progressive police training, considering the recent national spike in police misconduct and violent shootings that have become more common throughout the United States. They shared that they often hear about the desire to initiate a Centennial police force. B-116
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Opportunity Sites Workshops + Survey INTRODUCTION Phase 2 of the Centennial NEXT planning process focused on translating the vision into reality by identifying opportunities that contribute to and reflect Centennial’s goals and strategies for the developed future. In order to gather feedback from the public about future development in Centennial, the Centennial NEXT Team identified 39 Opportunity Sites based on future potential for development, redevelopment, or parks, trails, and open space opportunities along with corresponding future land use designations. The specific Opportunity Sites identified during this phase (highlighted within this Appendix) integrated the identity, character preservation, and placemaking, while focusing on Centennial’s unique qualities and aspirations. These Opportunity Sites were presented to the public during a three-day, four-meeting workshop series that was supplemented by an online survey. Each Opportunity Site had a menu of visual preference images that identified potential uses, building types, housing types, and recreational amenities likely to occur at each site. Centennial residents and stakeholders were asked for feedback on which visual preferences they could support for each Opportunity Site they selected. The results gathered from the in-person events and the online survey is summarized on the following pages. An overall Phase 2 outreach summary is included in Appendix A.
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09 June 2017: Opportunities Survey Report - All 39 Opportunity Sites
2. What is your age group?
1. Are you a resident of the City of Centennial? 2.70% No
2.80% 75 years or older 15.50% 65 to 74 years
1.50% 18 to 24 years 15.50% 25 to 34 years
22.40% 35 to 44 years
21.60% 55 to 64 years
20.60% 45 to 54 years
97.30% Yes
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Yes
97.3%
568
No
2.7%
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Responses
18 to 24 years
1.5%
6
25 to 34 years
15.5%
60
35 to 44 years
22.4%
87
45 to 54 years
20.6%
80
55 to 64 years
21.6%
84
65 to 74 years
15.5%
60
2.8%
11
75 years or older
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3. Please indicate in which of the zones on the map you live. If you do not live in Centennial, but work in Centennial, please indicate in which of the zones on the map you work. If you do not live or work in Centennial, please choose "Other".(Please use the slider bar at the bottom of the image to scroll east/ west.) 1.60% Other
10.40% A
Percent
Responses
A
10.4%
38
B
9.3%
34
C
8.0%
29
D
19.5%
71
E
13.5%
49
F
9.9%
36
G
5.2%
19
H
18.4%
67
I
4.1%
15
Other
1.6%
6
4.10% I
18.40% H
9.30% B
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9.90% F
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4. Which opportunity site would you like to look at in more detail? (Sites shown on the following spread) 4.70% 1. BROADWAY CORRIDOR 4.90% 2. LATINO COMMUNICATION PROPERTY 5.20% 7. STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN
49.50% 49.50%All AllOthers Others
Percent
Responses
1. BROADWAY C ORRIDOR
4.7%
21
2. LAT INO COMMUNICAT ION PROPERT Y
4.9%
22
6. C HERRY KNOLLS SHOPPING C ENT ER
3.1%
14
7. ST REET S AT SOUT HGLENN
5.2%
23
8. UNIVERSIT Y T OWNE CENT ER
3.6%
16
12. COMCAST VACANT PROPERT Y
6.5%
29
17. WILLOW CREEK CENT ER
4.9%
22
18. ARAPAHOE VILLAGE CENT ER
3.1%
14
19. ARAPAHOE URBAN CENT ER (AUC 1,2,3)
3.8%
17
28. POT OMAC PARK PROPERT Y
3.4%
15
33. SMOKY HILL RET AIL
3.4%
15
34. SMOKY HILL T OWN CENT ER
3.8%
17
49.5%
221
3.60% 8. UNIVERSITY TOWNE CENTER 6.50% 12. COMCAST VACANT PROPERTY 4.90% 17. WILLOW CREEK CENTER
3.80% 19. ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 1,2,3) 3.80% 34. SMOKY HILL TOWN CENTER
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PRIORITY BICYCLE CORRIDORS
1 BROADWAY CORRIDOR
13
FAIRWAYS CENTER
25
VILLAGE AT CENTENNIAL (WEST)
37
SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (SE)
• NORTH/SOUTH & EAST/WEST
2 LATINO COMMUNICATION PROPERTY
14
HERITAGE GREEN PLAZA
26
VILLAGE AT CENTENNIAL (EAST)
38
HUNTINGTON PARK-N-RIDE PROPERTY
3 SOUTHGLENN COUNTRY CLUB
FOXRIDGE PLAZA
27
ENCOMPASS VACANT PROPERTY
39
ARAPAHOE MEADOWS PROPERTIES
DRY CREEK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
15
4 ARAPAHOE & UNIVERSITY (NW)
16
QUEBEC VILLAGE CENTER
28
POTOMAC PARK PROPERTY
5 ARAPAHOE & UNIVERSITY (NE)
17
WILLOW CREEK CENTER
29
JORDAN & FREMONT (SE)
6 CHERRY KNOLLS SHOPPING CENTER
18
ARAPAHOE VILLAGE CENTER
30
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH PROPERTY
7 THE STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN
19
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 1,2,3)
31
REGIS VACANT PROPERTY
8 UNIVERSITY TOWNE CENTER
20
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 3)
32
VERMILLION CREEK
• E.G. BIKE SHARE, CAR SHARE; SHARED-USE MOBILIT Y
21
ARAPAHOE URBAN CENTER (AUC 4)
33
SMOKY HILL RETAIL
22
THE JONES DISTRICT
34
SMOKY HILL TOWN CENTER
11 FESTIVAL CENTER
23
CENTENNIAL PROMENADE
35
SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (NW)
12 COMCAST VACANT PROPERTYFES
24
INOVA CORNER PROPERTY
36
SMOKY HILL & ORCHARD (NE)
5 E Arapahoe Rd
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E Dry Creek Rd
20
21
S Yosemite St
12
S Quebec St
10
18
S Holly St
8
S Colorado Blvd
S Broadway
7
9
ARAPAHOE ROAD OPERATIONAL + SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
19
6 3
ARAPAHOE ROAD BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT)
E Orchard Rd
S University Blvd
4
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• E.G. CALEY, COSTILLA, & EASTER
• DRY CREEK, EASTER, & BRONCOS
9 CHERRYWOOD SQUARE
1
POTENTIAL BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE ENHANCED EAST/WEST CONNECTION
10 DRY CREEK CENTER
2
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Response
4
no
1
#36
1
1. High traffic Intersection of Dry Creek and Colorado Blvds; we propose that the intersection be expanded with 4 right turn lanes merging into the small triangle sections to improve safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists and traffic flow for Comcast employees. 2. Colorado Blvd from County Line to Arapahoe Road: T ake easements from HOA Communities and Comcast to create and widen the sidewalks with safer "Shared Use Paths" to improve safety for both bicyclists and pedestrian usage.
Count
Response
1
Greenwood Gulch T rail: under Orchard Road, between Quebec and Holly. west of the bridge at Orchard; is Greenwood Village, east of the bridge is in Centennial. T he trail needs to be improved: through Palos Verdes Park, and east to Quebec.
1
Holly/Arapahoe and Arapahoe/Quebec
1
How about none and saving some money for when the markets take there next down turn.
1
I am sick to death of Development. I was born at Rose Hospital in 1953 and have lived mostly in Arapahoe CO since. I grew up in Parker from 61-71 and it was PARADISE. Now it's a cesspool. ST OP DEVELOPMENT PLEASE. MAKE OPEN SPACE
1
I think more open space where wildlife can live should be considered. I also think Centennial airport has ruined qualify of life for all areas, so if anyone wanted to redevelop that area, I would be all for it.
1
Improving the Greenwood Gulch T rail: under the Orchard Road Bridge T rail is underwater during rain storms. Palos Verdes kids use this trail: to Greenwood Elem & West Middle schools.
1
Intersection of Grant & Maplewood. T here is a drainage area, but it could be made into a nice park. I would name it Pickletown Park.
1
10 & 11
1
16
1
34, 35, 36, 39
1
36, 36, and 37... All along Smoky Hill
1
7 and 9 and 12
1
Just get the Foxridge Plaza owner to update his property!!!!
1
Area between Orchard Road & Caley & Grant St. & Clarkson. Many of these streets do not have complete sidewalks. Almost all of the rest of Centennial has sidewalks. Please install sidewalks. Orchard Road needs sidewalks on both sides, there are none on the south side.
1
Little Dry Creek Park area, Newton, and Lois Lenski area
1
Must we "develop" everything !!!!!
1
Need a ped/bike connectivity between east and west side of I-25; south of I-25
1
Orchard Road, Holly to Quebec. Need sidewalk south side. Need left turn lane. Need bridge widened at Orchard Drive to allow for left turn and a merge lane turning east from Krameria.
1
Pedestrian and bike access through the area that encourages walking to retail, work, and light rail from the surrounding areas. Any development without some way to get there other than driving just creates traffic and parking garages. Make a destination rather than a place that people just park while at their job then leave.
1
Senior Housing---Maybe land for tiny type homes?
1
Bike and pedestrian access across the whole area. T here are many trails but they are too fragmented. T here needs to be an effort to string them together. It would be great if there was some trail access all along Arapahoe instead of just more fast food restaurants.
1
Cherry Knolls Park and Easter Avenue
1
Former Littleton School site across the street from Arapahoe Park (Highlands 460 neighbourhood)
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Response
1
Shopping center at Quebec and Arapaho next to the Safeway.
1
T he "green" areas in Foxridge are grossly exaggerated: unimproved creeks, and private club are included but not maintained by SSPR.
1
T he east extension of Greenwood Gulch T rail. T his trail starts at the Highline Canal, north of Orchard Road, then east under Holly St, then under Orchard Road, into Palos Verdes Park and Centennial. T he trail then needs to extend east, along the south side of Orchard Road, to Quebec St. T his requires completion of a new sidewalk/trail segment: Palos Verdes Park to Marvella subdivision...the walks are installed at Marvella, and the new Fire Station/Greenwood Village will be installing new walks to Quebec. T his trail then continues east: into the office parks. It is very valuable: for Centennial residents: as the only walk crossing Orchard Road: between Quebec and Holly. T he trail is used by Centennial school kids, walking to Greenwood Elementary and West Middle schools.
1
T he entire Kings Point Landing planned subdivision! T his will have such a huge, negative impact on Centennial. I'm actually shocked that residents of Centennial aren't looking more closely at this disaster in the making!
1
T he former Littleton Public School site - near Arapahoe park (S. Adams Street)
1
T he opposite corner of Smoky Hill Retail, if that falls within C entennial city limits.
1
T he water and sanitation district is out of control with their high tap fees. development will not take place if the infrastructure cost is not reigned in.
1
T rails connections going east and west in the City. A trail connection from the west side to the Civic Center Park and the Cherry Creek T rail.
1
We need more athletic fields east.
1
Willow Creek Open Space needs trees!
1
Without widening Arapahoe West of Quebec, traffic issues on Westbound will continue to worsen.
1
Would like to see the Streets of Southglenn fill the vacant units.
1
Would love to have bike lanes on Arapahoe Road that go as far east as Liverpool.
1
no others
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6. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which images do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
7. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which images do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
1-
1-
50
40
40
30
30
Percent
Percent
50
20
20
10
10
0
0 neighborhood center retail
main street retail/ housing
Value
main street office/ housing
Percent
Responses
neighborhood center retail
46.2%
12
main street retail/ housing
50.0%
13
7.7%
2
other
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other
live/ work options
Value
other
Percent
Responses
main street office/ housing
44.0%
11
live/ work options
40.0%
10
other
16.0%
4
other
Count
1
More traditional single family housing with yards and separate office/business areas
1
traffic is so bad in this area we need nothing more
1
No land use for office/MU
1
T otal
2
What the market wants - preferably not stack and pack.
1
T otal
3
other
Count
New sidewalks and benches
11
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9. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
30
Percent
2-
20
10
0 large-lot, medium-lot, ranch-style, small-lot, small-lot, accessory single-family single-family single-family single-family single family dwelling (typical lot, 1 (narrow lot, 2 units/ - 2 story) - 3 story) "granny flats"
Value
2-3 story townhomes (typical suburban character)
other
Percent
Responses
large-lot, single-family
10.3%
3
medium-lot, single-family
13.8%
4
ranch-style, single-family
37.9%
11
small-lot, single-family (typical lot, 1 - 2 story)
20.7%
6
small-lot, single family (narrow lot, 2 - 3 story)
3.4%
1
accessory dwelling units/ "granny flats"
6.9%
2
accessory dwelling units/ "granny flats"
20.7%
6
6.9%
2
13.8%
4
2-3 story townhomes (typical suburban character) other
other
Count
(the second one: R7)
2
no residential please
1
park land only
1
T otal
4
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10. Looking at recreation uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
2-
80
Percent
60
Percent
Responses
soccer/ ball fields
29.4%
5
shelters/ open space
76.5%
13
playgrounds
41.2%
7
outdoor seating
11.8%
2
other
11.8%
2
other
Count
NOT HING
1
would like to see it called Pickletown Park
1
T otal
2
40
20
0 soccer/ ball fields
shelters/ open space
playgrounds
outdoor seating
other
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75
12. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
50
25
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Value
Percent
Responses
5.0%
1
medium-lot, single-family
20.0%
4
ranch-style, single-family
60.0%
12
small-lot, single-family (typical lot, 1- to 2- story)
30.0%
6
small-lot, single-family (narrow lot, 2- to 3- story)
10.0%
2
accessory dwelling units/ "granny flats"
55.0%
11
accessory dwelling units/ "granny flats"
35.0%
7
2- to 3- story townhomes (typical suburban character)
15.0%
3
2- to 3- story townhomes (more urban character)
20.0%
4
alley-loaded apartments/ condos
20.0%
4
other
20.0%
4
large-lot, single-family
other
Count
4-story townhomes (R11)
1
No residences! A Park opportunity. No reason to redevelop!
1
none, leave as a country club
1
park land only
1
T otal
4
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Value
13. Looking at recreation uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
3-
100
Percent
80
Percent
Responses
soccer/ ball fields
25.0%
5
court sports
10.0%
2
shelters/ open space
85.0%
17
playgrounds
45.0%
9
splash pads
30.0%
6
interactive play equipment
25.0%
5
outdoor seating
15.0%
3
other
30.0%
6
other
Count
bike course
2
community + habitat garden
1
community garden
1
none leave as a country club
1
walking path
1
T otal
6
60
40
20
ot he r
ea tin g ou td oo rs
eq ui pm en t pl ay
pa ds sp la sh
in te ra ct iv e
s/
pl ay gr ou nd s
sp ac e op en
sp or ts co ur t sh el te r
so cc
er /
ba ll f ie ld s
0
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Value
15. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
4-
50
Percent
Responses
alley-loaded apartments/ condos
33.3%
7
4-story townhomes
33.3%
7
housing above retail
23.8%
5
other
42.9%
9
other
Count
none
2
small-lot, single family housing - 2-3 story (R5)
2
accessory dwelling units "granny flats" (R7)
1
just retail
1
one story only!
1
open space
1
single family
1
T otal
9
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 alley-loaded apartments/ condos
4-story townhomes
housing above retail
other
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17. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
16. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
4-
4-
80
70
70
60
60 50
Percent
Percent
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
10
10
0 integrated retail/ high-density housing
amenity/ entertainment-oriented retail
Value
urban-format office
Percent
Responses
integrated retail/ high-density housing
23.8%
5
amenity/ entertainment-oriented retail
71.4%
15
4.8%
1
other
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0
other
Value
urban-scale office park
other
Percent
Responses
urban-format office
70.0%
14
urban-scale office park
15.0%
3
other
20.0%
4
other
Count
1
No Urban
1
1
Not so boxy, more foilage
1
Single level
1
none
1
T otal
4
other
Count
parking T otal
27
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18. Looking at recreation/ civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
20. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
4-
5-
60
80
50
60
Percent
Percent
40
30
40
20
20 10
0 plaza with water features
Value
plaza with seating
0
other
neighborhood center retail
Percent
Responses
plaza with water features
47.4%
9
plaza with seating
57.9%
11
other
10.5%
2
other
Count
off stree trail connection to deKoevend Park via drainage coridoor behind South Suburban Ice Arena
1
trail connection to deKoevend Park via the easment area and drainage behind the ice arena
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31
other
Percent
Responses
neighborhood center retail
77.8%
14
other
22.2%
4
other
Count
if the streets can hold more then that is ok but it is too congested
1
non retail to hard to enter-exit
1
walking paths for strollers and wheelchairs
1
T otal
3
33
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21. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
22. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
5-
5-
100
100 80
80
Percent
60
60
Percent
40
20
40
0
20
trail access
Value 0 urban-format employment
Value urban-format employment other
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trail access
other
other
Count
T o tal
0
Percent
Responses
94.4%
17
5.6%
1
other
Percent
Responses
100.0%
20
o ther other
5.0%
Count
we can't walk in the bike lane along Orchard road..to dangerous
1
T otal
1
1
37
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6-
80
other
Count
Medical offices adjacent. Housing above retail should not be higher than 2 stories total. More stories changes the scale, makes people less comfortable.
1
One story only!!
1
better egress/ingress
1
housing above is fine; no more than 30 feet high
1
no multi-story building
1
retail
1
T otal
6
Percent
60
40
20
0 housing above retail
Value
other
Percent
Responses
housing above retail
80.0%
16
other
30.0%
6
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26. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
25. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
6-
6-
80
70
70
60
60 50
Percent
Percent
50 40
30
40
30 20 20
10
10
0
0 small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Value
Percent
Responses
small-scale retail
48.4%
15
pedestrian-oriented shopping
61.3%
19
6.5%
2
other
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trail access
other
Value
plaza with seating
other
Percent
Responses
trail access
71.0%
22
plaza with seating
71.0%
22
6.5%
2
other
other
Count
1
Bicycle access. Plaza with seating in northern portion, for seasonal outdoor cafe.
1
fitness and dining - there's a lot of that there now
1
community garden
1
T otal
2
T otal
2
other
Count
Need safe access by bicycle to facilitate use that will reduce auto congestion.
41
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Value
28. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
7 - THE
60
Percent
Responses
4-story townhomes
35.0%
14
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
15.0%
6
housing above retail
52.5%
21
medium- to high-density mixed use housing
7.5%
3
other
7.5%
3
other
Count
Low income housing
1
mother in law housing
1
nothing
1
T otal
3
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 4-story townhomes
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
housing above retail
medium- to highdensity mixed use housing
other
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29. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
7 - THE
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing
52.5%
21
integrated retail/high-density housing
10.0%
4
upscale big box development
12.5%
5
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
27.5%
11
pedestrian-oriented shopping
55.0%
22
other
12.5%
5
other
Count
Meow Wolf art center
1
NO WALMART !!!
1
Upscale restaurant spaces (ex: Snooze)
1
additional parking
1
family restaurents that don't have to shut down due to rent
1
T otal
5
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 main street retail/housing
integrated retail/highdensity housing
upscale big boxamenity/entertainment- pedestriandevelopment oriented retail oriented shopping
other
47
48
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30. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
7 - THE
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
37.1%
13
main street office/housing
48.6%
17
live/work options
37.1%
13
5.7%
2
other
50
other
Count
multi-use performing arts center with studios
1
performing arts center
1
T otal
2
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
main street office/housing
live/work options
other
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Value
32. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
8-
50
40
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
46.2%
12
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
15.4%
4
4-story townhomes
7.7%
2
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
3.8%
1
housing above retail
46.2%
12
other
19.2%
5
other
Count
All shown seem way to crowded for that tiny parcel. How about just trees?
1
none
1
none of the above/not suitable for residential
1
none, I moved to the suburbs to get away from jam-packed cities. Adding this kind of housing would greatly increase traffic and congestion.
1
T otal
4
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
51 52
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33. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
8-
8-
60
50
50 40
40
Percent
Percent
30
30
20
20
10
10
0
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
large-scale retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
urban-scale, mixed use employment
main street office/housing
Value Value
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
48.4%
15
large-scale retail
12.9%
4
small-scale retail
48.4%
15
pedestrian-oriented shopping
48.4%
15
other
Count
T otal
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other
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
52.0%
13
main street office/housing
36.0%
9
other
12.0%
3
other
Count
Again, too much use (traffic, people) for such a tiny parcel of space
1
none
1
T otal
2
55
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35. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
37. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
8-
9-
80
Percent
60
50 40
40 20
Percent
30
0 trail access
Value
plaza with seating
20
other
Percent
Responses
trail access
67.9%
19
plaza with seating
75.0%
21
7.1%
2
10
other
other
Count
Improved Big Dry Creek T rail at Filmore T ributary crossing at Dry Creek Road
1
improve trail crossing at Dry C reek Rd for Fillmore T ributary T rail
1
T otal
2
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
57
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4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
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Value
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
33.3%
5
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
13.3%
2
4-story townhomes
6.7%
1
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
6.7%
1
housing above retail
46.7%
7
other
13.3%
2
other
Count
no more housing!
1
none, see answer for the other corners.
1
T otal
2
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Value
38. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
9-
50
40
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
30.0%
6
large-scale retail
20.0%
4
small-scale retail
50.0%
10
pedestrian-oriented shopping
40.0%
8
other
10.0%
2
other
Count
(RMU12) - restaurants
1
Use the view to the east and turn around the buildings to provide a better vantage point - look East into the green belt - not West into the parking lot?
1
T otal
2
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
61 62
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40. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
9-
9-
60
100
50 80
40
Percent
Percent
60 30
40 20
20 10
0
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
main street office/housing
Value
plaza with seating
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
53.3%
8
main street office/housing
53.3%
8
other
Count
T otal
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Value
63
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
94.7%
18
other
10.5%
2
other
Count
Open access tot he green belt with a view to the East? Patio type restaurants and coffee shops with housing acts over the retail space?
1
none
1
T otal
2
65
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Value
42. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
10 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
45.5%
5
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
18.2%
2
4-story townhomes
9.1%
1
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
9.1%
1
45.5%
5
9.1%
1
housing above retail other
other
Count
T here is no space for housing. Low roof lines are preferable in this area, so none of the options above would look good.
1
T otal
1
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
67 68
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43. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
10 -
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
17.6%
3
large-scale retail
23.5%
4
small-scale retail
70.6%
12
pedestrian-oriented shopping
64.7%
11
5.9%
1
other
other
Count
80
RMU12
1
70
T otal
1
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
69
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45. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
44. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
10 -
80
80
60
60
Percent
Percent
10 -
40
20
20
0
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
trail access
main street office/housing
Value
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40
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
30.8%
4
main street office/housing
76.9%
10
other
Count
T otal
0
Value
71
plaza with seating
other
Percent
Responses
trail access
77.8%
14
plaza with seating
77.8%
14
other
11.1%
2
other
Count
Destination location for bike / bed from SSPRD trails (the varsity Inn is a key location for such things - we could add some more?
1
improved trail crossing at Dry C reek Road for Fillmore T ributary T rail
1
T otal
2
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Value
11 -
50
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
46.7%
7
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
20.0%
3
4-story townhomes
20.0%
3
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
13.3%
2
housing above retail
40.0%
6
other
20.0%
3
other
Count
NONE !!!!
1
none
1
not appropriate for any above options
1
T otal
3
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
75 76
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49. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
48. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
11 -
70
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
Percent
Percent
11 -
30
30
20
20
10
10
0
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
large-scale retail
small-scale retail
urban-scale, mixed use employment
pedestrian-oriented shopping
main street office/housing
Value Value
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
37.5%
6
large-scale retail
18.8%
3
small-scale retail
37.5%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
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68.8%
other
Count
T otal
0
11
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
40.0%
6
main street office/housing
66.7%
10
6.7%
1
other
77
other
other
Count
none
1
T otal
1
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11 -
other
Count
Key connection point from N-S bike/ped trails to E-W bike / Ped trails on C-470. Great place for small restaurants as a hiking/ biking destination point?
1
T rail running north/south along the east side of the property connecting to the Highlands 460 T rail
1
access to the C470 bike path would be great. Restaurants with outdoor seating.
1
T otal
3
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 trail access
Value
plaza with seating
other
Percent
Responses
trail access
76.5%
13
plaza with seating
64.7%
11
other
17.6%
3
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Value
52. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
12 -
Percent
Responses
small-lot, 1- to 2-story single-family
37.9%
22
small-lot, 2- to 3-story single-family
8.6%
5
22.4%
13
2- to 3-story townhomes (more urban character)
5.2%
3
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
6.9%
4
4-story townhomes
5.2%
3
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
3.4%
2
housing above retail
24.1%
14
other
39.7%
23
2- to 3-story townhomes (typical suburban character)
Percent
40
20
other
Count
1-2 story retirement center
1
AFORDABLE HOUSING OF WHAT EVER T YPE
1
High end modular/manufactured homes with clubhouse, paved roads, bike/walking paths trees like T he Grove in Foley, Alabama(only using the maunfacturer in this part of the country. I thought though that the grainage issues & open space requirements prohibited contruction of home or businesses there??
1
Leave it as open space for Gods sake
1
Natural park/preserve: native prairie, bike trails
1
No development - some open space in Centennial is a MUST !!
1
No housing here
1
Open Space/Park or Golf
1
T otal
22
ot he r
2to
3s
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0
83 84
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other
Count
PUD I.e. High rise condos, mixed uses (a mix of Cultural (Art and Entertainment; small retail (no big boxes); include a transportaion hub (i.e small buses to RT D stations, shopping malls,
1
Patio Home 55+ C ommunity
1
T his is NOT a good site for residential development
1
Whatever will load the least traffic, e.g., park with bike paths. T here's way too many people and traffic as it is.
1
a dog park
1
keep it as open space or make it a park.
1
no development
1
nothing above is attractive to this location, houses stacked on top of each other is destroying this state.
1
open space / park
1
park land
1
park land only
1
ranch homes
1
53. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
12 -
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
real houses with yards
1
stop with the urbanization!
1
T otal
22
0 main street retail/housing above
Value
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
41.5%
22
pedestrian-oriented shopping
39.6%
21
other
35.8%
19
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other
Count
Again, no development as open space is a necessity in this area of Centennial.
1
Fact: retail will not survive unless 65% os sales is from none on site users. Retail Sweet spot is: that not greater that 23% is devoted to retail shopping.
1
Keep it an open space or make it a park
1
Leave it as open space for Gods sake
1
NO RET AIL
1
Natural park/preserve: native prairie, bike trails, open space
1
No retail-too congested. Need low profile and more open space in that area.
1
Open Space/Park or Golf
1
REC4 - open space/recreational
1
T his is NOT a good site for retail or mixed use
1
a dog park
1
dirt trails with trees, parks
1
housing
1
none of the above
1
open space / park
1
open space
1
park land
1
park land only
1
we need affordable housing!!! a retail space that a couple of family could live above seems a good idea to me
1
T otal
19
54. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
12 -
40
35
30
Percent
25
20
15
10
5
0 campus-style employment
urban-format employment
main street office/housing
large-scale employment
office/industrial
other
89
87
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Value
Percent
Responses
campus-style employment
35.2%
19
urban-format employment
25.9%
14
main street office/housing
20.4%
11
large-scale employment
3.7%
2
office/industrial
5.6%
3
35.2%
19
other
other
Count
conserve as public open space; community gardens; habitat gardens/corridors; loop trails; restrooms/benches; plant natives
1
keep it suburban, not urban!
1
none of the above
1
open space / park
1
open space
1
park land
1
other
Count
park land only
1
C7 - integrated public art
1
this should be a park because it is naturally vegetated and represents high plain prairie grass and trees
1
Leave it as open space for Gods sake.
1 T otal
19
Make it a PARK
1
NO OFFICE MIXED USE
1
Natural park/preserve: native prairie, bike trails, open space
1
No office/mixed use. T his Comcast area needs to be, if anything, one level patio home/manufactured home for senior citizens. T here are not enough one level home for the aging population.
1
None
1
Open Space/Park or Golf
1
Public open space
1
T his is an excellent site for industrial / light manufacturing or a significant employer location
1
a dog park
1
T otal
19
90
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Value
56. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
13 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
42.9%
6
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
42.9%
6
4-story townhomes
28.6%
4
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
14.3%
2
housing above retail
28.6%
4
other
14.3%
2
other
Count
Leave it alone, it's fine.
1
no, no, no
1
T otal
2
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
92 93
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57. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
13 -
60
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
36.4%
4
small-scale retail
54.5%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
27.3%
3
other
27.3%
3
other
Count
I think we have plenty of shopping options
1
Leave it alone, it's fine.
1
not urban
1
T otal
3
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
94 95
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C-41
58. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
59. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
13 -
13 -
50
80
40 60
Percent
Percent
30
20
40
20
10
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
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main street office/housing
0
other
plaza with seating
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
20.0%
2
main street office/housing
50.0%
other
40.0%
other
Count
Leave it alone, it's fine.
1
None
1
no office nor mixed-use
1
stop, you've lost your bearings!
1
T otal
4
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
75.0%
9
5
other
33.3%
4
4
other
Count
Leave it alone, it's fine.
1
lots of trees!
1
none
1
who is paying you to come up with these awful ideas?
1
T otal
4
96
98
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61. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
14 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
45.5%
5
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
36.4%
4
4-story townhomes
36.4%
4
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
18.2%
2
housing above retail
45.5%
5
9.1%
1
other
other
Count
none of these would work here
1
T otal
1
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
100 101
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C-43
62. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
Percent
Responses
27.3%
3
large-scale retail
9.1%
1
small-scale retail
45.5%
5
pedestrian-oriented shopping
36.4%
4
9.1%
1
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
14 -
other
50
other
Count
none of these would work here
1
T otal
1
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
102 103
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64. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
63. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
14 -
14 -
100
40
80
30
60
Percent
Percent
50
20
40
10
20
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
main street office/housing
0
other
plaza with seating
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
88.9%
8
4
other
11.1%
1
3
other
Count
no, don't you get it
1
T otal
1
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
50.0%
5
main street office/housing
40.0%
other
30.0%
other
Value
Count 104
awful selections
1
live/work options with studio space
1
live/work options with studio spaces
1
T otal
3
APPENDIX C: OPPORTUNITY SITES
other
106
C-45
Value
66. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
15 -
50
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
25.0%
3
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
16.7%
2
4-story townhomes
33.3%
4
housing above retail
25.0%
3
other
41.7%
5
other
Count
No housing
1
MAKE SURE T HERE IS SET BACK
1
None of the above, density too high.
1
none of the above
1
T otal
4
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story townhomes
alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes
housing above retail
other
108 109
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Value
67. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
15 -
50
40
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
41.2%
7
large-scale retail
11.8%
2
small-scale retail
35.3%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
23.5%
4
other
11.8%
2
other
Count
RMU10 - Keep the King Soopers!
1
please, we don't want the urban lifestyle
1
T otal
2
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
110 111
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C-47
68. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
15 -
other
Count
Density too high.
1
MAINT AINED AND T HE SAME
1
None
1
Rec center
1
same stores as current, possible addition of housing
1
stop it now
1
T otal
6
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
main street office/housing
other
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
18.2%
2
main street office/housing
36.4%
4
other
54.5%
6
112 113
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69. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
15 -
other
Count
C2 - connect the trail along 470 and through Foxridge
3
None
1
Rec center
1
no
1
none
1
T otal
7
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 plaza with seating
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
64.3%
9
other
50.0%
7
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Value
71. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
16 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
45.5%
5
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
18.2%
2
4-story townhomes
18.2%
2
9.1%
1
housing above retail
54.5%
6
other
27.3%
3
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
60
other
Count
affordable housing!
1
no, these are terrible ideas
1
none
1
T otal
3
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
116 117
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Value
72. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Percent
Responses
25.0%
3
large-scale retail
8.3%
1
small-scale retail
50.0%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
58.3%
7
other
33.3%
4
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
16 -
60
other
Count
RMU10 - Retail neighborhood
1
affordable housing!
1
such poor development ideas
1
upscale big box
1
T otal
4
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
118 119
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74. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
73. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
16 -
16 -
80
50
40 60
Percent
Percent
30 40
20
20 10
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
main street office/housing
0
other
plaza with seating
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
75.0%
9
4
other
25.0%
3
4
other
Count
Neither
1
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
33.3%
3
main street office/housing
44.4%
other
44.4%
other
Value
Count 120
C-52
other
Neither
1
openspace
1
affordable housing!
1
you can do better than this
1
neither
1
T otal
3
please come up with more thoughtful ideas
1
T otal
4
122
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Value
76. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Percent
Responses
31.8%
7
9.1%
2
13.6%
3
9.1%
2
housing above retail
45.5%
10
other
36.4%
8
2- to 3-story townhomes
17 -
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes 4-story townhomes 4- to 6-story apartments/condos
50
other
Count
NO HOUSING, retail ONLY
1
No more housing
1
None, density too high.
1
None. Leave it a shopping center only.
1
affordable housing!
1
live/work housing ( ie artist)
1
no
1
no housing
1
T otal
8
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story alley-loaded 4-story townhomes apartments/townhomes townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
124 125
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Value
77. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Responses
42.9%
9
large-scale retail
4.8%
1
small-scale retail
38.1%
8
pedestrian-oriented shopping
76.2%
16
other
47.6%
10
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
17 -
amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
Percent
other
Count
NO MIXED USE, RET AIL ONLY
1
RMU6
1
Sprouts market
1
affordable housing!
1
movie theater in Safeway spot.
1
no
1
restaurants
1
retail/live/affordable
1
shared space: restaurant AM breakfast/brunch; PM happy hour/dinner
1
upscale big box
1
T otal
10
other
126 127
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78. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
17 -
other
Count
Density too high.
1
NO HOUSING
1
Neither
1
affordable housing!
1
live/work
1
movie theater
1
no
1
office over retail
1
T otal
8
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
main street office/housing
other
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
35.3%
6
main street office/housing
47.1%
8
other
47.1%
8
128 129
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C-55
79. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
17 -
other
Count
C2
4
REC 9
3
Neither
1
Plaza with Splash Pad
1
green space
1
market square
1
no
1
splash park; walkable day care
1
T otal
13
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 plaza with seating
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
58.3%
14
other
54.2%
13
130 131
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81. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
18 -
other
Count
Density too high.
1
RMU1
1
Single family houses
1
no housing above retail
1
none
1
retail without housing
1
stop making the area urban
1
T otal
7
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 housing above retail
Value
other
Percent
Responses
housing above retail
65.0%
13
other
35.0%
7
132 133
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C-57
Value
82. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
18 -
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
22.2%
6
small-scale retail
18.5%
5
small-scale retail/housing above
33.3%
9
pedestrian-oriented shopping
37.0%
10
neighborhood center retail
29.6%
8
7.4%
2
other
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- small-scale oriented retail retail
small-scale retail/housing above
pedestrianoriented shopping
neighborhood center retail
other
134 135
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83. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
18 -
other
Count
Easy pedestrian access with parking on exterior
1
none
1
these ideas are awful
1
T otal
3
100
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 plaza with seating
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
92.0%
23
other
16.0%
4
136 137
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C-59
Value
85. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
19 -
Percent
Responses
housing above retail
56.5%
13
medium- to high-density, mixed use housing
43.5%
10
high-density housing towers
4.3%
1
high-density, mixed use housing
8.7%
2
30.4%
7
other
60
other
Count
T ownhouse & ADUs for Seniors
2
Avoid high density housing
1
No more housing
1
all the above
1
low rise like what's kitty-corner to this site
1
no, no, no
1
T otal
7
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 housing above retail
medium- to highdensity, mixed use housing
high-density housing towers
high-density, mixed use housing
other
138 139
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86. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
Responses
38.5%
10
7.7%
2
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
65.4%
17
other
26.9%
7
integrated retail/high-density housing
19 -
upscale big box development
other
Count
Avoid high density housing
1
70
Restaurants!
1
60
Small businesses
1
all the above
1
like Streets of Southglenn
1
no big box
1
so ugly and clearly only for the benefit of the developer
1
T otal
7
50
Percent
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 integrated retail/highdensity housing
upscale big box development
amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
other
140 141
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C-61
87. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
Percent
Responses
4.5%
1
campus-style employment
40.9%
9
urban-scale, mixed use employment
54.5%
12
4.5%
1
22.7%
5
office towers
19 -
large-scale employment other
60
other
Count
Avoid high density housing
1
all the above
1
something smaller-3 stories or less
1
ugh
1
with adequate parking
1
T otal
5
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 office towers
campus-style employment
urban-scale, mixed use employment
large-scale employment
other
142 143
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88. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
19 -
other
Count
Both art and seating
1
Parks, bicycle paths and walking trails
1
all the above
1
green space
1
in grassy/nature like areas
1
stop and think more
1
T otal
6
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 integrated public art
Value
plaza with seating
other
Percent
Responses
integrated public art
37.5%
9
plaza with seating
66.7%
16
other
25.0%
6
144 145
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C-63
89. Looking at recreation uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
19 -
other
Count
Parks, bicycle paths and walking trails
1
Plaza with stage for live music, speeches, rallies, access to food, drinks, entertainment, shopping, offices, light rail, and bike trails.
1
Small play area for kids
1
parks, dirt trails, trees
1
you can do better
1
T otal
5
100
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 plaza with water features
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with water features
82.6%
19
other
21.7%
5
146 147
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Value
91. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
20 -
50
40
Percent
30
Percent
Responses
4-story townhomes
42.9%
6
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
14.3%
2
housing above retail
50.0%
7
medium- to high-density, mixed use housing
14.3%
2
other
14.3%
2
other
Count
No more housing
1
None, too much traffic (8 freaking lanes in one direction, six in another and a highway 100 yards away) to make the area livable. Should make clear it out to and install trees to give the neighborhood some breathing space. Noise levels in the area are OUT RAGEOUS. T he pollution is a recipe for dementia and heart disease.
1
T otal
2
20
10
0 4-story townhomes
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
housing above retail
medium- to highdensity, mixed use housing
other
148 149
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C-65
93. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
92. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
20 -
20 -
70
50
60
40 50
Percent
Percent
30
20
40
30
20
10 10
0 main street retail/housing above
integrated retail/high-density housing
Value
pedestrian-oriented shopping
0
other
urban-scale, mixed use employment
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
43.8%
7
integrated retail/high-density housing
18.8%
small-scale retail/housing above pedestrian-oriented shopping other
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small-scale retail/housing above
main street office/housing
other
Percent
Responses
urban-scale, mixed use employment
23.5%
4
3
main street office/housing
64.7%
11
31.3%
5
live/work options
58.8%
10
43.8%
7 150
other
5.9%
1
6.3%
Value
live/work options
152
1
other
Count
None, make it greenspace or just give up, it's too congested, polluted, noisey, may as well install a factory.
1
T otal
1
other
Count
Already too much traffic to this neighborhood, no more traffic, not every square inch of the city needs to be a destination to drive over.
1
T otal
1
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95. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
21 -
Percent
Responses
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
16.7%
3
4-story townhomes
33.3%
6
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
22.2%
4
housing above retail
55.6%
10
medium- to high-density, mixed use housing
38.9%
7
high-density housing towers
11.1%
2
high-density, mixed use housing
22.2%
4
5.6%
1
other
60
other
Count
What the market wants - not ULI
1
T otal
1
Percent
40
20
ot he r
ap ar tm en ts alle /to y w -lo nh ad om ed 4es st or y 4to to w 6nh st om or es y ap ar tm en ts /c on m ed do iu s ho m us -t in o g hi ab gh ov -d en e re si ty ta ,m il ix ed us e hi ho gh us -d in en g si ty ho hi us gh i ng -d en to w si er ty s ,m ix ed us e ho us in g
0
154 155
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C-67
Value
96. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
21 -
Percent
Responses
integrated retail/high-density housing
65.0%
13
upscale big box development
15.0%
3
large-scale retail
20.0%
4
large-scale entertainment
35.0%
7
5.0%
1
other
70
60
other
Count
What the market wants - not ULI
1
T otal
1
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 integrated retail/high-density housing
upscale big box development
large-scale retail
large-scale entertainment
other
156 157
C-68
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98. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
97. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
21 -
21 -
80
60
50 60
Percent
Percent
40
30
40
20 20
10
0
0
office towers
Value
urban-format employment
urban-scale, mixed use employment
other
integrated public art
Percent
Responses
office towers
50.0%
8
urban-format employment
31.3%
5
urban-scale, mixed use employment
56.3%
9
6.3%
1
other
other
Count
What the market wants not what ULI
1
T otal
1
APPENDIX C: OPPORTUNITY SITES
Value
plaza with seating
mobility hub
other
Percent
Responses
integrated public art
47.1%
8
plaza with seating
76.5%
13
mobility hub
58.8%
10
other
11.8%
158
other
Count
green area
1
nature trails, trees
1
T otal
2
2
160
C-69
100. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
22 -
Percent
Responses
4-story townhomes
9.1%
1
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
9.1%
1
housing above retail
54.5%
6
medium- to high-density, mixed use housing
54.5%
6
9.1%
1
high-density, mixed use housing
18.2%
2
other
18.2%
2
high-density housing towers
other
Count
No more increases in density
1
T otal
1
60 50
Percent
40 30 20 10
ot he r
ap ar tm en ts /c on do s m ed ho iu us m in -t g o ab hi ov gh e -d re en ta si il ty ,m ix ed us e ho hi us gh in -d g en si ty ho us in hi g gh to -d w en er si s ty ,m ix ed us e ho us in g
4to
6s
to ry
4s
to ry
to w
nh om es
0
162 163
C-70
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Value
101. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
22 -
50
Percent
Responses
integrated retail/high-density housing
40.0%
4
upscale big box development
10.0%
1
large-scale retail
30.0%
3
large-scale entertainment
50.0%
5
other
30.0%
3
other
Count
A downtown area with small retail shops
1
Market Hal
1
no more stack and pack - you are killling us
1
T otal
3
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 integrated retail/high-density housing
upscale big box development
large-scale retail
large-scale entertainment
other
164 165
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C-71
103. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
102. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
22 -
22 -
100
70
60 80
60
40
Percent
Percent
50
30
40 20 20 10
0 office towers
Value
C-72
urban-format employment
urban-scale, mixed use employment
0
other
integrated public art
Percent
Responses
office towers
22.2%
2
urban-format employment
55.6%
5
urban-scale, mixed use employment
66.7%
6
other
11.1%
1
other
Count
Stick to existing densities
1
T otal
1
Value
166
plaza with seating
mobility hub
Percent
Responses
integrated public art
27.3%
3
plaza with seating
81.8%
9
mobility hub
63.6%
7
168
CENTENNIAL NEXT
Value
105. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Percent
Responses
7.7%
1
4-story townhomes
15.4%
2
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
38.5%
5
housing above retail
53.8%
7
medium- to high-density, mixed use housing
38.5%
5
high-density housing towers
7.7%
1
high-density, mixed use housing
7.7%
1
15.4%
2
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
23 -
other
60
other
Count
No more housing
1
Quit increasing densities - it will not save the planet - it will just wreck our quality of life
1
T otal
2
Percent
40
20
ot he r
ap ar tm en ts alle /to y w -lo nh ad om ed 4es st or y 4to to w 6nh st om or es y ap ar tm en ts /c on m ed do iu s ho m us -t in o g hi ab gh ov -d en e re si ty ta ,m il ix ed us e hi ho gh us -d in en g si ty ho hi us gh i ng -d en to w si er ty s ,m ix ed us e ho us in g
0
170 171
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C-73
107. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
106. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
23 -
60
60
50
50
40
40
Percent
Percent
23 -
30
30
20
20
10
10
0
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
large-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Value
urban-format employment
other
urban-scale, mixed use employment
other
Percent
Responses
urban-format employment
50.0%
7
9
urban-scale, mixed use employment
42.9%
6
33.3%
5
live/work options
57.1%
8
13.3%
2
7.1%
1
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
40.0%
6
large-scale retail
60.0%
pedestrian-oriented shopping other
Value
live/work options
other
174
172
C-74
other
Count
other
Count
Quit trying to second guess the market and force densities
1
Denver has destroyed itself with density
1
whole foods/nicer restaurants
1
T otal
1
T otal
2
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108. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
110. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
24 -
23 -
100
70
60 80
50
Percent
Percent
60
40
40
30
20 20
10
0
0 integrated public art
plaza with seating
Value
other
housing above retail
Percent
Responses
integrated public art
38.5%
5
plaza with seating
92.3%
12
other
15.4%
2
other
Count
Let the property owners decide - it is not your property
1
green space
1
T otal
2
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Value
176
high-density, mixed use housing
Percent
Responses
housing above retail
66.7%
2
high-density, mixed use housing
33.3%
1
178
C-75
111. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
112. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
24 -
24 -
70
60
60
50
40
Percent
Percent
50
40
30
30 20
20 10
10 0 campus-style employment
0 small-scale retail
Value
other
Percent
Responses
small-scale retail
66.7%
2
other
33.3%
1
urban-scale, mixed use employment
Value
180
C-76
urban-format employment
other
Percent
Responses
campus-style employment
14.3%
1
urban-format employment
28.6%
2
urban-scale, mixed use employment
57.1%
4
other
14.3%
1
other
Count
T otal
0
182
CENTENNIAL NEXT
Value
114. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
25 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
33.3%
3
2- to 3-story townhomes (right)
44.4%
4
4-story townhomes
11.1%
1
housing above retail
66.7%
6
other
Count
T otal
0
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
2- to 3-story townhomes (right)
4-story townhomes
housing above retail
184 185
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C-77
Value
115. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
25 -
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
78.6%
11
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
28.6%
4
small-scale retail
21.4%
3
small-scale retail/housing above
57.1%
8
other
21.4%
3
other
Count
RMU9
3
T otal
3
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 main street retail/housing above
amenity/entertainment- small-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail/housing above
other
186 187
C-78
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116. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
117. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
25 -
25 -
100
70
60 80
50
Percent
Percent
60
40
30
40
20 20
10
0
0 main street office/housing
Value
integrated public art
live/work options
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
62.5%
5
live/work options
62.5%
5
Value
plaza with seating
water features/fountains
Percent
Responses
integrated public art
35.7%
5
plaza with seating
85.7%
12
water features/fountains
50.0%
7
other
28.6%
4
190
188
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other
other
Count
Art Studios
2
Library
1
Senior Center
1
T otal
4
C-79
Value
119. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
26 -
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
66.7%
4
2- to 3-story townhomes (right)
50.0%
3
4-story townhomes
16.7%
1
housing above retail
16.7%
1
other
16.7%
1
other
Count
T otal
0
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
2- to 3-story townhomes (right)
4-story townhomes
housing above retail
other
192 193
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120. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
26 -
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
57.1%
4
integrated retail/high-density housing
14.3%
1
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
42.9%
3
small-scale retail
14.3%
1
small-scale retail/housing above
57.1%
4
other
14.3%
1
other
Count
RMU9
1
T otal
1
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 main street retail/housing above
integrated amenity/entertainment- small-scale retail/highoriented retail retail density housing
small-scale retail/housing above
other
194 195
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C-81
122. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
121. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
26 -
26 -
100
60
50
80
40
Percent
Percent
60 30
40 20
20 10
0
0 main street office/housing
Value
integrated public art
live/work options
Value
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
40.0%
2
integrated public art
live/work options
60.0%
3
plaza with seating water features/fountains
196
C-82
plaza with seating
water features/fountains
Percent
Responses
60.0%
3
100.0%
5
40.0%
2
198
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124. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
27 -
Percent
Responses
campus-style employment
20.0%
1
urban-format employment
20.0%
1
large-scale employment
20.0%
1
office/industrial
60.0%
3
live/work options
20.0%
1
other
20.0%
1
other
Count
Make it a PARK
1
T otal
1
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 campus-style employment
urban-format employment
large-scale employment
office/industrial
live/work options
other
200 201
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C-83
126. Looking at recreation options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
100
75
Percent
28 -
50
25
ot he r
sp ac e na tu ra la re as pl ay gr ou nd s s pl in as te ra h ct pa iv ds e pl ay eq ui pm en t ou td oo pl rs az ea a w tin ith g w at er fe at ur es
sp or ts
s/ op en
co ur t
sh el te r
so cc
er /b al lf ie ld s
0
Value
Percent
Responses
soccer/ball fields
88.9%
16
court sports
22.2%
4
shelters/open space
27.8%
5
natural areas
16.7%
3
playgrounds
16.7%
3
splash pads
11.1%
2
interactive play equipment
22.2%
4
outdoor seating
16.7%
3
plaza with water features
11.1%
2
other
55.6%
10
202
203
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other
Count
turf soccer fields
3
athletic fields
2
(concrete) inline hockey rink
1
Indoor multi-sport facility
1
indoor gym/multi-use
1
turf fields
1
turf soccer fields & other sports fields!! (managed by Colorado Storm :) )
1
T otal
10
127. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
28 -
35
30
Percent
25
20
15
10
5
0 campus-style employment
Value
204
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urban-format employment
office/industrial
other
Percent
Responses
campus-style employment
33.3%
2
urban-format employment
16.7%
1
office/industrial
33.3%
2
other
33.3%
2
other
Count
NO don't do this
1
restuarants
1
T otal
2
205
C-85
130. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
128. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
29 -
28 -
50
80
40
60
30
Percent
Percent
100
40
20
20
10
0
0 integrated public art
Value
trail access
bike lanes
plaza with seating
office/industrial
other
Percent
Responses
18.2%
2
100.0%
11
bike lanes
54.5%
6
plaza with seating
36.4%
4
integrated public art trail access
small-scale industrial/warehouse
Value
live/work options
other
Percent
Responses
office/industrial
40.0%
4
small-scale industrial/warehouse
30.0%
3
live/work options
30.0%
3
other
50.0%
5
209
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18.2%
2
other
Count
other
Count
senior center
3
Senior Center
1
Park
1
swimming pool
1
turf soccer fields
1
T otal
2
T otal
5
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132. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
30 -
Percent
Responses
small-lot, 2- to 3-story single-family
41.7%
5
2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
41.7%
5
2- to 3-story townhomes (right)
25.0%
3
alley-loaded apartments/townhomes
16.7%
2
housing above retail
16.7%
2
other
16.7%
2
other
Count
nothing i love green space
1
upscale single family housing
1
T otal
2
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 small-lot, 2- to 3-story singlefamily
2- to 3-story townhomes (left)
2- to 3-story alley-loaded housing above townhomes apartments/townhomes retail (right)
other
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C-87
134. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
133. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
30 -
30 -
60
100
50 80
40
Percent
Percent
60 30
40 20
20 10
0
0 integrated retail/high-density housing
Value
other
trail access
Value
Percent
Responses
integrated retail/high-density housing
55.6%
5
trail access
other
44.4%
4
other
other
Count
NO
1
entertainment/ low density housing
1
high end single family housing
1
T otal
3
213
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other
Percent
Responses
100.0%
15
6.7%
1
other
Count
plant pollinator-friendly flowers
1
T otal
1
215
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136. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options) Percent
60
31 -
40
20
la rg elo t, s
Value
ot he r
in gl efa m ily
m ed iu m -lo t, si ng ra le nc -fa hsm m st ily yl al e, l-l ot si ,1 ng -t l eo fa 2sm m st ily al or l-l y ot ac si , n ce 2gl ss eto fa or 3m y st ily dw or ac y el lin si ce n g ss gl u e2ni or fa ts y to m /"g dw 3ily ra st el nn lin or y g y fla un to w ts its nh "( /"g om le 2ra ft) es nn to y (ty 3f l st at pi or ca s" y ls (r to ig ub w ht ur nh ) ba om n es ch (m ar ac or te e r) ur ba n ch ar ac te r)
0
Percent
Responses
large-lot, single-family
25.0%
4
medium-lot, single-family
43.8%
7
ranch-style, single-family
43.8%
7
small-lot, 1- to 2-story single-family
12.5%
2
small-lot, 2- to 3-story single-family
18.8%
3
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
37.5%
6
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
37.5%
6
2- to 3-story townhomes (typical suburban character)
12.5%
2
2- to 3-story townhomes (more urban character)
6.3%
1
other
6.3%
1
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other
Count
Make it a PARK
1
T otal
1
218
C-89
138. Looking at recreation uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
137. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
31 -
31 -
70
50
60 40
50
Percent
Percent
30
40
30
20
20 10
10
0
0 small-scale retail/housing above
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Value
soccer/ball fields
61.1%
11
6
court sports
50.0%
9
1
other
5.6%
1
small-scale retail/housing above
50.0%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
50.0% 8.3%
other
Count
Make it a PARK
1
T otal
1
other
Responses
Responses
Value
court sports
Percent
Percent
other
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soccer/ball fields
other
220
222
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140. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
60
Percent
32 -
40
20
ot he r
la rg elo t, s
in m gl ed eiu fa m m -lo ily t, si ra ng nc le sm -fa hst al m yl l-l ily ac e, ot ce ,2 s in ss -t gl or o e -fa y 3dw st m ac or ily el ce y lin ss si 2g n un or gl to y eits 3dw fa /"g st m el or ra ily lin y nn g to y un w f l nh at its s om /"g "( ra es le ft) nn (ty y pi f l at ca s ls "( ub rig al ur ht le ba y) lo n ad ch ed ar ac ap 4te ar to r) tm 6en st ts or / co y ap nd ar os tm en ts /c on ho do us s in g ab ov e re ta il
0
Value
Percent
Responses
large-lot, single-family
53.3%
8
medium-lot, single-family
33.3%
5
ranch-style, single-family
40.0%
6
small-lot, 2- to 3-story single-family
6.7%
1
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
6.7%
1
13.3%
2
2- to 3-story townhomes (typical suburban character)
6.7%
1
alley-loaded apartments/condos
6.7%
1
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
6.7%
1
13.3%
2
6.7%
1
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
housing above retail other
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other
Count
Open space
1
T otal
1
225
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142. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
141. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
32 -
32 -
70
60
60
50
50
Percent
Percent
40
30
40
30
20 20
10 10
0 main street retail/housing above
Value
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small-scale restaurant with trail access
0
other
trail access
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
33.3%
4
small-scale restaurant with trail access
58.3%
7
other
25.0%
3
other
Count
Senior housing, density bonus
1
open space
1
T otal
2
227
plaza with seating
water features/fountains
other
229
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Value
Percent
Responses
trail access
68.8%
11
plaza with seating
12.5%
2
water features/fountains
31.3%
5
other
43.8%
7
other
Count
REC 1
3
REC 4
3
open space
1
T otal
7
144. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
33 -
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 housing above retail
Value
other
Percent
Responses
housing above retail
77.8%
14
other
22.2%
4
other
Count
NO housing above retail.
1
No Residential
1
None--not appropriate for residential
1
T otal
3
231
230
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145. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
33 -
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
32.0%
8
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
28.0%
7
4.0%
1
large-scale entertainment
24.0%
6
small-scale retail
52.0%
13
pedestrian-oriented shopping
20.0%
5
neighborhood center retail
12.0%
3
4.0%
1
large-scale retail
other
60
other
Count
concerns about safety with increasing density and wage because of adjacent Smoky Hill and Buckley cores
1
T otal
1
Percent
40
20
ot he r
m ai n st re am et en re ity ta /e il/h nt ou er ta ab s in in ov g m e en t-o rie nt ed re ta il la rg esc al e la re rg ta eil sc al e en te rta in m en t sm al l-s pe ca de le st re ria ta il nor ie nt ed sh ne op ig pi hb ng or ho od ce nt er re ta il
0
233
234
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147. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
34 -
40
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
26.3%
5
alley-loaded apartments/condos
10.5%
2
4-story townhomes
10.5%
2
4- to 6-story apartments/condos
10.5%
2
housing above retail
36.8%
7
other
15.8%
3
other
Count
No housing at all
1
None--inappropriate usage
1
small profile buildings
1
T otal
3
35
30
Percent
25
20
15
10
5
0 2- to 3-story townhomes
alley-loaded apartments/condos
4-story townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
235
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148. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
Percent
Responses
31.8%
7
large-scale retail
9.1%
2
small-scale retail
31.8%
7
pedestrian-oriented shopping
45.5%
10
other
13.6%
3
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
34 -
50
other
Count
But I don't think this area needs to be renovated
1
no room with pre-existing buildings
1
T otal
2
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainment- large-scale retail oriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
other
237 238
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149. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
34 -
other
Count
NO Mixed use
1
No housing at all
1
None of these--no housing, no office; this area doesn't need to be renovated
1
don't turn into Downtown Denver
1
small office buildings, 1-story
1
T otal
5
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 main street office/housing
Value
urban-scale, mixed use employment
other
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
47.6%
10
urban-scale, mixed use employment
33.3%
7
other
23.8%
5
239
240
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152. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
150. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
35 -
34 -
100
80
Percent
60 60
40
50
40
Percent
20
0 plaza with seating
30
other 20
Value
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
88.9%
24
other
14.8%
4
10
0 2- to 3-story townhomes
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other
Count
None--T his is located adjacent to Smoky Hill Road
1
Park
1
none of this
1
T otal
3
241
alley-loaded apartments/condos
4-story townhomes
4- to 6-story housing above apartments/condos retail
other
243
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Value
Percent
Responses
2- to 3-story townhomes
53.3%
8
alley-loaded apartments/condos
20.0%
3
4-story townhomes
20.0%
3
6.7%
1
33.3%
5
6.7%
1
4- to 6-story apartments/condos housing above retail other
other
Count
no housing
1
T otal
1
153. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
35 -
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
large-scale retail
small-scale retail
Value
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pedestrian-oriented shopping
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
40.0%
8
large-scale retail
10.0%
2
small-scale retail
45.0%
9
pedestrian-oriented shopping
35.0%
7
other
Count
T otal
0
245
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155. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
154. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
35 -
35 -
100
70
60 80
60
40
Percent
Percent
50
30
40 20 20
10
0 main street office/housing
Value
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urban-scale, mixed use employment
0
other
plaza with seating
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
64.7%
11
urban-scale, mixed use employment
23.5%
4
other
11.8%
2
Value
other
Percent
Responses
plaza with seating
88.2%
15
other
11.8%
2
other
Count
anything that people can walk to and have an outdoor space
1
other
Count
None - no mixed use urban buldings
1
park
1
no housing
1
T otal
2
T otal
2
247
249
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157. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
Percent
Responses
50.0%
6
4-story townhomes
8.3%
1
housing above retail
25.0%
3
other
25.0%
3
2- to 3-story townhomes
36 -
other
Count
None of the above - No housing over retail in this area
1
Please, no townhomes or apartments
1
R6 or R7
1
T otal
3
50
40
Percent
30
20
10
0 2- to 3-story townhomes
4-story townhomes
housing above retail
other
251
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159. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
158. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
36 -
40
80
30
60
Percent
Percent
36 -
20
20
10
0
0 amenity/entertainmentoriented retail
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Value
main street office/housing
other
Percent
Responses
amenity/entertainment-oriented retail
38.5%
5
small-scale retail
38.5%
5
pedestrian-oriented shopping
38.5%
5
7.7%
1
other
Value
253
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40
other
Count
Senior Center
1
T otal
1
urban-scale, mixed use employment
other
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
75.0%
9
urban-scale, mixed use employment
16.7%
2
other
16.7%
2
other
Count
I need more information
1
None - no mixed use retail only
1
T otal
2
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160. Looking at civic/ community uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
162. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
36 -
37 -
100
80
Percent
60 60
40
50
40
Percent
20
0 plaza with seating
20
other
Value plaza with seating other
other
Count
Park
1
T otal
1
Percent
Responses
10
92.3%
12
0
7.7%
1
small-lot, 2- to 3-story singlefamily
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30
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
2- to 3-story townhomes (typical suburban character)
2- to 3-story alley-loaded townhomes apartments/condos (more urban character)
259
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Value
Percent
Responses
small-lot, 2- to 3-story single-family
20.0%
2
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
60.0%
6
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
50.0%
5
2- to 3-story townhomes (typical suburban character)
40.0%
4
2- to 3-story townhomes (more urban character)
10.0%
1
alley-loaded apartments/condos
10.0%
1
163. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
37 -
70
other
Count
T otal
0
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
0 integrated retail/high-density housing
Value
small-scale retail
pedestrian-oriented shopping
Percent
Responses
integrated retail/high-density housing
11.1%
1
small-scale retail
66.7%
6
pedestrian-oriented shopping
55.6%
5
261
260
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164. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
166. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
38 -
37 -
80
50
40 60
Percent
Percent
30 40
20
20 10
0
0 live/work options
Value
other
small-lot, 1- to 2-story single-family
Percent
Responses
live/work options
75.0%
6
other
25.0%
2
other
Count
None
1
None - it is not in keeping with the area T otal
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Value
other
Percent
Responses
small-lot, 1- to 2-story single-family
50.0%
3
other
50.0%
3
other
Count
I don't think residential uses are appropriate here
1
1
large lot single family
1
2
stay as is?
1
T otal
3
263
265
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167. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
Value
38 -
Percent
Responses
main street retail/housing above
42.9%
3
small-scale retail
42.9%
3
small-scale retail/housing above
14.3%
1
pedestrian-oriented shopping
14.3%
1
neighborhood center retail
57.1%
4
other
Count
T otal
0
60
50
Percent
40
30
20
10
0 main street retail/housing above
small-scale retail
small-scale retail/housing above
pedestrian-oriented shopping
neighborhood center retail
267 268
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170. Looking at residential uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
168. Looking at office/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
39 -
38 -
80
Percent
60
40
20
0 main street office/housing
Value
other
Percent
Responses
main street office/housing
75.0%
3
other
25.0%
1
other
Count
Please no office - there are already offices available across the street
1
T otal
1
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271
C-107
171. Looking at retail/ mixed use options, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
80
39 -
Percent
60
40
20
0
80 medium-lot, single-family
ranch-style, single-family
Value
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
2- to 3-story townhomes (top)
other
Percent
Responses
large-lot, single-family
66.7%
8
medium-lot, single-family
16.7%
2
ranch-style, single-family
25.0%
3
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (left)
16.7%
2
accessory dwelling units/"granny flats" (right)
25.0%
3
2- to 3-story townhomes (top)
8.3%
1
other
8.3%
1
60
Percent
large-lot, single-family
40
20
0 neighborhood center retail
other
Value
Percent
Responses
other
Count
neighborhood center retail
80.0%
4
leave existing houses alone
1
other
20.0%
1
T otal
1
other
Count
no retail
1
T otal
1
273
272
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Value
172. Looking at recreation uses, which do you think may be most appropriate to accommodate within this site? (please select one or more options)
39 -
Percent
Responses
soccer/ball fields
16.7%
1
court sports
16.7%
1
shelters/open space
50.0%
3
playgrounds
16.7%
1
splash pads
16.7%
1
outdoor seating
50.0%
3
plaza with water features
66.7%
4
other
Count
T otal
0
70
60
Percent
50
40
30
20
10
at er fe at ur es
ea tin g pl az a
w
ith
w
ou td oo rs
pa ds sp la sh
pl ay gr ou nd s
sp ac e
sh el te r
s/ op en
sp or ts co ur t
so cc
er /b al lf ie ld s
0
275
276
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