Oceanfront Connector Park Design Guidelines

OCEANFRONT RESORT DISTRICT CONNECTOR PARK DESIGN GUIDELINES Virginia Beach, Virginia

Adopted December 5, 2017

CONNECTOR PARK DESIGN GUIDELINES

Connector Park Design Guidelines PREPARED FOR The City of Virginia Beach PREPARED BY The Planning and Community Development Department REVIEWED BY Economic Development Emergency Medical Services Fire Parks and Recreation Police Public Utilities Public Works Convention and Visitors Bureau Resort Advisory Commission Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities Virginia Beach Hotel Association

CONNECTOR PARK DESIGN GUIDELINES

Connector Park Design Guidelines SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION The Oceanfront Resort District Connector Parks

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Purpose and Intent

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How to Use These Guidelines

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SECTION 2. CONNECTOR PARK HIERARCHY Overview of Connector Park Categories

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Definitions 5 Category A Connector Parks

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Category B Connector Parks

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Category C Connector Parks

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SECTION 3. CONNECTOR PARK STANDARDS Circulation and Access Standards

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Paving Materials 17 Site Furnishings 18 Signature Features 20 Sign Standards 21 Vegetation 21 SECTION 4. TEMPORARY CONNECTOR PARK GUIDELINES Temporary Access and Circulation

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Buffering 22 SECTION 4. CONNECTOR PARK INVENTORY Connector Park Inventory Table

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Section 1. Introduction The Oceanfront Resort District Connector Parks The term “Connector Parks” refers to the 33 paths and stub streets that link Atlantic Avenue to the Boardwalk between 2nd and 40th Streets. They are public Right-of-Ways (ROW) that average 60’ wide by 150’ long. The Connector Parks were established by the Resort Advisory Commission (RAC) in 1985 to create attractive, inviting pedestrian connections between the Resort Area and the Beach for Virginia Beach residents and visitors. Based on their history and intended purpose, Connector Parks are considered linear parks rather than public streets.

Over the years, all of the Connector Parks have received some level of improvement that includes decorative paving, public art, pedestrian lighting, furnishings and ornamental plantings. Of the 33 Connector Parks, 13 remain pedestrian only, while the rest accommodate both pedestrians and motorized vehicles. All emergency and service vehicles are able to access the boardwalk via ten of the Connector Parks, both on the pedestrian only and shared pedestrian and vehicular Connector Parks (see Section 5 for a comprehensive inventory of the existing Connector Parks).

22nd Street Connector Park - Pedestrian access only

Purpose and Intent The Design Guidelines for the Connector Parks serve as an update to previous guidelines and standards that have been developed. The purpose is to establish a comprehensive set of guidelines that will protect and enhance pedestrian use, emergency/service vehicle access, viewsheds, and the aesthetic character of the Connector Parks.

40th Street Connector Park - Pedestrian and service vehicle access

The intent of these guidelines is to articulate the shared stakeholder vision for an improved pedestrian environment outlined in the Virginia Beach Resort Area Strategic Action Plan (RASAP) and Oceanfront Resort District (ORD) FormBased Code. The goal of these guidelines is to ensure that development reinforces pedestrian orientation and creates a more inviting environment to contribute to City Council’s goal to be a competitive first class resort for residents, businesses and tourists.

How to Use These Guidelines These guidelines are to be used in conjunction with the ORD Form-Based Code, which regulates development on private property in the Resort Area. The guidelines may also be used for public areas adjacent to the Connector Parks, such as Atlantic Avenue, the Boardwalk and the Beach Streets. To determine the standards applicable to the development/rehabilitation of a given Connector Park:

2nd Street Connector Park - Pedestrian and vehicular access

1. See Section 2 to identify the category of the Connector Park, typical section(s) and recommended placement of Connector Park components.

2. See Section 3 to find standards for the Connector Park components (access standards, paving material, site furnishings, etc.).

The Temporary Connector Park Guidelines in Section 4 are intended to ensure basic access and improved aesthetics when construction occurs in or around a Connector Park.

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Section 2. Connector Park Hierarchy Overview of Connector Park Categories Connector Parks provide a variety of interludes within the total boardwalk experience as well as a bridge between the Resort Area and the Beach. Some serve higher volumes of traffic than others based on context.

One of the primary functions of the Connector Parks are to facilitate circulation between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. Establishing clear minimum widths of travel ways Connector Park Design Guidelines Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Connector Parks within the same category are not meant to be identical. Each Connector Park is influenced by its existing context. The Connector Park categories are intended to create an overall sense of cohesion and provide guidance on where resources should be invested, while allowing for flexibility within each category to allow for each Connector Park to take on an individual identity.

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• Category “A” Connector Parks are intended to serve as the primary public pedestrian and bicycle linkages between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk.

• Category “B” Connector Parks are intended to provide multi-modal connections between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk.

• Category “C” Connector Parks occur in the south and north beach districts and are intended to provide basic multi-modal access between Atlantic Avenue, the Boardwalk, and adjacent uses.

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Three categories of Connector Parks have been established representing different levels of intended development.

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Proximity to the 9th Street Public Parking Garage, trail heads at Pacific and Norfolk Avenues, trolley/bus stops and shopping and dining opportunities were used to determine the 8th and 10th Street Connector Parks categories.

Connector Park Categories

A

5th, 8th, 14th, 17th, 20th, 24th & 31st

B

2nd, 3rd, 6th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 16th, 18th, 22nd, 25th, 26th, 27th, 29th, 30th, 33rd & 40th

C

4th, 7th, 28th, 34th, 35th, 36th, 37th, 38th & 39th

Connector Park Travel Way Minimum Widths*

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24’ Multi-modal Path

B

20’ Multi-modal Path OR 14’ Path + 8’ Walkway

C

14’ Multi-modal Path OR 12’ Path + 8’ Walkway

*Minimum width refers to the narrowest recommended width of the travel way free of site furnishings, vegetation, doors, utilities, lighting, sign poles, bollards, planters and other obstructions. Wider widths are encouraged overall and may be required in the case of emergency vehicle access.

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is critical to ensuring access now and into the future. This document refers to circulation within the Connector Parks occurring via three types of travel ways: Multi-modal Path - Shared travel way for pedestrians, bicycles, emergency and service vehicles, and private vehicular traffic.

Path - Path for pedestrians, bicycles and limited authorized vehicular access.

Category “A” Connector Parks 5th

14th* 20th*

31st

8th*

17th

24th*

*Existing Connector Park is an emergency vehicle access route and additional criteria apply, see page 14.

Walkway - Sidewalk or other paved area for pedestrians.

Category “A” Connector Parks Category “A” Connector Parks are intended to serve as the primary public pedestrian and bicycle linkages between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. Private vehicular access is strongly discouraged and not permitted where it does not currently exist unless approved by City Council.

Category “A” Connector Parks accommodate the highest volumes of pedestrian traffic and should represent the most extensive palette of site furnishings, paving material and signature features. Uses that activate the Connector Park, such as outdoor cafés and retail spaces, are recommended adjacent. The preservation of visual connectivity to the ocean and ease of pedestrian and bicycle access is paramount for “A” Connector Parks. Typical features of “A” Connector Parks should include, but are not limited to the following: • A continuous 24’ minimum clear multi-modal path (see Category “A” Connector Park Typical Section on the following page) • Designated landscape and site furnishing zones • Universal access - travel ways free of vertical curbs, non traversable slopes, steps and other barriers • Visual access to boardwalk and beach • Pedestrian lighting • Banners and flagpoles • Seating • Bike racks • Several colors of concrete pavers in a unique design • Ornamental grasses, perennials and shrubs • Shade • Directional and information signage • Signature features such as public art, custom benches, gateway trellis or shade structures • Trolley/bus stop shelter Page 6 D e c e m b e r 2 017

The 31st Street Connector Park, with its wide pedestrian walkway, unique paving, banners, site furnishings, and active adjacent uses meets many of the Category “A” Connector Park criteria.

The 24th Street Connector Park provides critical access to the Old Coast Guard Station, the 24th Street Park event area, the boardwalk, public restrooms and numerous retail and restaurants areas on Atlantic Ave. Yet, its path width is narrow for the volume of pedestrians and bicycles it accommodates and is lined with barriers the majority of the time.

Category “A” features such as wider paths and designated site furnishing zones would provide more space for circulation and create a more inviting gateway to the unique attractions it connects.

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Category “A” Connector Park Typical Section A Continuous, Clear Multi-modal Path See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

5’

10’

6’ (Min 5’)

Unique Paving Design*

Shade Structure & Custom Benches Signature Feature Example*

24’ Multi-modal Path

Building Connector Landscape Zone* Setback Park Café See Resort Open Air Café Franchise Regulations

See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

10’ (Min 6’)

10’ (Min 5’)

5’

Site Furnishing Zone*

Landscape Zone*

Building Setback

60’ Typical Connector Park ROW

* See Section 3 for Paving Materials, Site Furnishings, Signature Features and Vegetation Standards

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Category “B” Connector Parks Category “B” Connector Parks are intended to provide multi-modal connections between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. Private vehicular and service access is permitted where it currently exists, though the conversion of vehicular-only spaces to shared multi-modal pathways is encouraged. No additional vehicular driveway access shall be permitted without City Council approval.

“B” Connector Parks should provide easy pedestrian and bicycle access and maintain views to the ocean wherever possible. A unique palette of site furnishings, paving material and ornamental planting is recommended. Uses that activate the Connector Park, such as outdoor cafés and retail spaces, are recommended adjacent. Typical features of Category “B” Connector Parks should include, but are not limited to the following: • A single, continuous 20’ minimum clear multi-modal path (see Category “B” Connector Park Typical Section B1 on the following page) OR a continuous 14’ minimum path and a minimum eight foot wide walkway (see Category “B” Connector Park Typical Section B2 on the following page) • Designated landscape and site furnishing zones • Universal access - travel ways free of vertical curbs, non traversable slopes, steps and other barriers • Pedestrian lighting • Seating • Bike racks • Concrete pavers and other high quality paving materials • Ornamental grasses, perennials and shrubs • Public art signature feature

Category “B” Connector Parks 2nd*

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18th

27th*

40th*

3rd*

12th 22nd* 29th*

6th

13th 25th 30th*

10th*

16th* 26th

33rd*

*Existing Connector Park is an emergency vehicle access route and additional criteria apply, see page 14.

The 40th Street Connector Park, with its wide multi-modal path, walkways, banners, unique concrete paver design and landscape and furnishing zones meets many of the Category “B” Connector Park criteria.

The 26th Street Connector Park’s vehicular-only space, serving two accessible parking spaces and two taxi-stand spaces, creates a discontinuous walkway along the south and a narrow pedestrian pinch point along the north.

Category “B” recommendations, such as converting the vehicularonly space to a barrier-free multi-modal space would greatly improve circulation between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk for pedestrians, people with disabilities, and bicycles.

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Category “B” Connector Park Typical Section B1 A Continuous, Clear Multi-modal Path See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

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10’

Building See Resort Setback Open Air Café Franchise Regulations

Unique Paving Design*

10’ (Min 5’)

Shade Structure & Custom Benches Signature Feature Example*

20’ Multi-modal Path

Landscape Zone*

See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

8’ (Min 6’)

12’ (Min 5’)

5’

Site Furnishing Zone*

Landscape Zone*

Building Setback

60’ Typical Connector Park ROW

Category “B” Connector Park Typical Section B2 Path + Walkway See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

5’

6’

Building Landscape Setback & Site Furnishing Zone*

Public Art Signature Feature Example*

Unique Paving Design*

See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage Standards

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18’

14’ (8’ Min)

8’ (Min 6’)

5’

Path

Site Amenities

Walkway

Landscape & Site Furnishing Zone*

Building Setback

60’ Typical Connector Park ROW

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Category “C” Connector Parks Category “C” Connector Parks occur in the south and north beach districts and currently provide vehicular access to adjacent land uses and some level of pedestrian access between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. Vehicular and service access is permitted where it currently exists, though wider walkways and paths, conversion of vehicular-only spaces to shared multi-modal paths and greater visual access to the ocean are encouraged for Category “C” Connector Parks. Minimum site furnishings, paving material and ornamental plantings are recommended. Typical features of Category “C” Connector Parks should include, but are not limited to the following: • A single, continuous 14’ minimum clear multi-modal path (see Category “C” Connector Park Typical Section C1 on the following page) OR a continuous 12’ minimum clear path and a minimum eight foot wide walkway (see Category “C” Connector Park Typical Section C2 on the following page) • Designated landscape and site furnishing zones • Universal access - travel ways free of vertical curbs, non traversable slopes, steps and other barriers • Pedestrian lighting • Concrete pavers and other high quality paving materials • Ornamental grasses, perennials and shrubs • Directional signage if visual access to the boardwalk and ocean is obstructed

Category “C” Connector Parks 4th*

28th* 35th

37th*

39th

7th

34th 36th 38th

*Existing Connector Park is an emergency vehicle access route and additional criteria apply, see page 14.

The 36th Street Connector Park meets many of the Category “C” Connector Park criteria by providing multi-modal paths and pedestrian and bicycle access with unique paving design and ornamental plantings.

The vertical curbs at the 28th Street Connector Park create narrow walkways and impede pedestrian and emergency vehicle circulation between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk.

Category “C” criteria recommend that walkways be a minimum of eight feet in width, high quality pavers be used and vehicular circulation be incorporated into a barrier-free, multi-modal path.

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Category “C” Connector Park Typical Section C1 A Continuous, Clear Multi-modal Path See ORD Form-Based Code Setback & Frontage, and Parking Standards

“No Unauthorized Vehicles Beyond This Point” Sign*

See ORD Form-Based Code Setback, Frontage, & Parking Standards

14’ Multi-modal Path

5’

18’ (6’ Min)

24’ (14’ Min)

18’ (6’ Min)

5’

Building Setback

Landscape and Site Furnishing Zone*

Multi-modal Path

Landscape and Site Furnishing Zone*

Building Setback

60’ Typical Connector Park ROW

Category “C” Connector Park Typical Section C2 Path + Walkway See ORD Form-Based Code Setback and Frontage, & Parking Standards

“No Unauthorized Vehicles Beyond This Point” Sign*

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12’

Walkway

Path

See ORD Form-Based Code Setback, Frontage, & Parking Standards

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12’ (6’ Min)

24’ (14’ Min)

16’ (6’ Min)

5’

Building Setback

Landscape and Site Furnishing Zone*

Multi-modal Path

Landscape and Site Furnishing Zone*

Building Setback

60’ Typical Connector Park ROW

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Section 3. Connector Park Standards The following sections outline the standards for the Connector Parks and better define the components recommended within them. The intent of these standards is to create a cohesive and inviting environment through the use of consistent materials, design and furnishings while ensuring adequate access and circulation is provided between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk.

Circulation and Access Standards All Connector Parks should be universally accessible, meaning that circulation between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk should be accessible not only to people with disabilities, but people of all ages and abilities. The Connector Parks serve many visitors and residents who are pushing strollers, wheeling luggage, pulling beach carts and riding bicycles. Barriers, such as steps, curbs, steep slopes, vertical obstructions, and uneven surfaces in the path of travel impede circulation for everyone. The circulation and access standards outlined here are intended to reduce and eliminate barriers where appropriate, in order to achieve universal access within the Connector Parks.

Curbs and Stormwater Management The Connector Parks function as shared spaces for people walking, cycling and in some cases, driving. Where driving does occur in the Connector Parks, it is low volume, low speed and for a limited distance - typically to access a private parking entrance or a service area. Except for a few instances, private motor vehicle parking in the Connector Park ROW is not permitted. Vertical curbs are not recommended in the Connector Parks to segregate non-motor vehicles spaces from vehicular spaces. Signs and paving design, rather, are recommended to ensure drivers yield to other Connector Park users and circulate where designated. Many of the Connector Parks are currently functioning as curbless multi-modal paths, such as 4th, 20th, 30th, 36th, 37th, 38th and 40th Streets.

The Oceanfront Resort Area received over 13 million visitors (both day and overnight visitors) in 2015 and holds an average of 26 major events throughout the year. Connector Parks must be able to accommodate high volumes of pedestrian traffic.

All the Connector Parks are less than a 1/2 acre in size and do not generate large amounts of stormwater runoff. Positive drainage should be maintained and opportunities for stormwater filtration should still be sought in a curbless environment. The following stormwater management techniques are recommended for the Connector Parks: • Valley gutters - Concrete, brick or decorative concrete paver materials, bicycle-friendly grates for gutter inlets • Trench drains - With bicycle-friendly grates • Drop inlets - Locate outside of travel ways wherever possible and in the landscape or site furnishing zones. When located in travel ways, use bicycle-friendly grates • Mountable Curbs or Roll Top - Where some vertical separation is necessary. Curbs should be concrete material, asphalt curbs are not recommended in the Connector Parks • Permeable Pavers - Colors and sizes to match paving materials standards outlined in the Paving Materials section P a g e 12 D e c e m b e r 2 017

The 20th Street Connector Park functions as a curbless, multi-modal pathway providing access for pedestrians, bicycles, emergency, service and private vehicles.

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• Vegetated Swales and Bioretention Areas - Employ green infrastructure techniques where possible Entrance Access Entrances from Atlantic Avenue to the Connector Parks currently vary greatly.

The following types of entrances are meant to improve access, establish standards for entrance access and contribute to the high-quality materials and appearance of the Connector Parks.

Pedestrian/Bicycle Curb Ramps - Curb ramps provide access between the Connector Parks and the Atlantic Avenue roadway for pedestrians, people using wheelchairs, strollers, rolling luggage, beach carts, bicycles and those who have mobility restrictions. Curb ramps to the Connector Parks should: • Be present and aligned with each crosswalk at Atlantic Avenue • Span the entire width of the crosswalk or a be a minimum of eight feet wide to accommodate high volumes of pedestrians and bicycles • Meet current Americans with Disability Act Access Standards (ADA), including detectable warning surfaces, appropriate slopes and level landing areas • Consist of concrete or match the pavement material of the Connector Park paths Mountable Curbs - Mountable or roll-top curbs have sloping faces that allow vehicles to encroach on them without damaging tires and wheels and allow vehicles to access driveways. When a Connector Park serves pedestrians and emergency/service vehicles only, a mountable or roll-top curb should: • Be located at the entrance to the Connector Park, centered between the Atlantic Avenue crosswalks • Span a minimum of 20’ • Consist of concrete material • Include regulatory signage facing Atlantic Avenue to restrict use of the Connector Park to authorized vehicles only

Pedestrian/Bicycle Curb Ramp example that spans the width of the crosswalk, meets current ADA Standards, and consists of highquality paving materials.

The 4th Street Connector Park vehicular driveway apron is a seamless curb cut, consists of the same paving materials as the Connector Park multi-modal path and maintains the eastern sidewalk elevation of Atlantic Avenue along it.

Driveway Aprons - A driveway apron or a driveway curb cut is the sloped portion of the driveway that ramps down to the roadway. Connector Parks that permit private vehicles in addition to pedestrian and bicycles should: • Have a driveway apron that is centered between the Atlantic Avenue crosswalks • Be no more that 24’ wide • Seamlessly match the paving materials of the Connector Park multi-modal path or the Atlantic Avenue sidewalk, whichever is of a higher quality • Maintain the cross slope of the eastern sidewalk along Atlantic

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Since no vehicular driveway apron is provided at the 38th Street Connector Park, vehicles use the pedestrian curb ramps for ingress/ egress to Atlantic Avenue, creating potentially dangerous vehicular/pedestrian conflict points.

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Avenue as it passes adjacent to the Connector Park entrance and driveway apron The following table summarizes the type of entrance access recommended based on the type of access permitted in a Connector Park.

Connector Park Entrance Access Pedestrian/ Mountable Bicycle Curb Curb Ramps Pedestrian Only Connector Park

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Pedestrian and Emergency/Service Vehicles Only Connector Park

X

Pedestrian and Vehicular Connector Park

X

Driveway Apron

X X

Emergency Vehicle Access The Connector Parks that currently accommodate emergency vehicles should continue to do so at all times of the year if redeveloped or rehabilitated. The ability of additional Connector Parks to accommodate emergency access is needed and may be required as the Connector Parks are redeveloped or upgraded. The following standards apply to Connector Parks that accommodate emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars and fire trucks: • Horizontal Clearance - A minimum 20’ wide multi-modal path should be kept free of barriers such as bollards, vertical curbs, site furnishings, vegetation, poles, signs, signature features and all other obstructions to ensure emergency response vehicles can operate and circulate swiftly.

• Vertical Clearance - A vertical clear height of 16.5’ over the path of travel should be kept free of vegetation, utilities, overhead lines, lighting, signs, signature features, and all other obstructions to ensure that emergency response vehicles can operate and circulate.

• Horizontal Setback - A 15’-30’ setback from the edge of the multi-modal path to the face of adjacent buildings should be maintained in order for a ladder truck to reach the upper stories of hotels and other high rises.

• Minimum Inside Turning Radius - A 36’ minimum inside turning radius is needed for a fire truck to maneuver within the Connector Parks and to turn onto the boardwalk from a Connector Park. Curvature of the multi-modal paths should not be less than this minimum radius.

Obstructions such as light poles, rinse stations and bollards are not permitted within this radius where the Connector Park and Boardwalk intersect.

Virginia Beach Fire Department ladder trucks, such as this one in training prior to the demolition of the Cavalier Oceanfront Hotel, require both horizontal and vertical clearances in order to circulate and operate within the Connector Parks in emergencies.

• Surface Reinforcement - Pavements within Connector Parks that carry emergency and/or service vehicles should be reinforced with appropriate base materials to accommodate the heavier loads. The use of soil

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stabilizers, such as geogrids, in the landscape zones adjacent to the paths may be utilized when the minimum paved width cannot be achieved.

Service Vehicle Access In addition to emergency vehicles, service vehicles also access the boardwalk and beach via the Connector Parks along the oceanfront. Service vehicles include: • Event Support Vehicles - The Connector Parks are vital to supporting events along the oceanfront by providing load in/out, parking and public access. In 2014, the City issued 298 special event permits for the Resort Area, including sport leagues, run/ walks, festivals and concerts. These special events attract thousands of visitors and contribute to the economic health of the City and Region. Additional event support vehicle access is needed and may be required as the Connector Parks are redeveloped or upgraded.

The 5th Street stage is one of six designated temporary stage locations on the beach that requires support vehicle access through a nearby Connector Park. The 4th Street Connector Park is currently the only capable of accommodating an 18-wheeler truck.

• Maintenance Vehicles - Beach maintenance is a critical activity that requires almost daily access through the 2nd, 14th, 20th and 37th Street Connector Parks at a minimum. Ongoing access is needed indefinitely for sand replenishment activities necessary to maintain beach width along the entire resort area oceanfront.

• Commercial Service Vehicles - Commercial service vehicle access from a Connector Park to adjacent properties is subject to the same time restrictions posted for service and deliveries on Atlantic Avenue. Future additional commercial service and loading areas for adjacent uses along the Connector Parks, such as waste disposal areas, are discouraged and subject to ORD Form-Based Code screening requirements.

Bicycle Access The Oceanfront Bike Path is one of the most popular bicycle destinations in the City of Virginia Beach. All travel ways and access points within the Connector Parks should accommodate people on bicycles. The following considerations should be given to bicycle access and circulation within the Connector Parks:

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The Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend is one of the top 100 events in North America by the American Bus Association and is the largest annual special event in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Careful coordination of the Connector Parks for access, loading and emergency management is necessary for all Boardwalk and Beach events.

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• Bicycle Parking - More bicycle parking is needed at the oceanfront and should be accommodated in the Connector Parks as appropriate. Bicycle parking areas should be highly visible from the beach and/or surrounding destinations to promote usage and enhance security. See page 18 for the type of recommended bike racks.

• Bicycle Circulation and Clearance - All travel ways that accommodate bicycles within the Connector Parks, including the intersection with the Oceanfront Bike Path, should meet the latest VDOT Road Design Manual Bicycle Facility Guidelines. This includes adequate passing areas, appropriate slopes, turning radi and minimum clearances.

• Intersection With The Oceanfront Bike Path - The paving material of the Connector Park should create a recognizable path and define where the Oceanfront Bike Path intersects. White outer bands of pavers should be used to define the Path at a minimum.

• Bicycle Friendly Grates and Utility Covers - Connector Park stormwater inlets or utility covers should be compatible with bicycle tires.

Private Vehicular Access Where private vehicles circulate in the Connector Parks, the majority are doing so to access adjacent parking facilities and loading areas. The Connector Parks are not intended to function as private driveways for the adjacent land uses and no new private vehicular access will be permitted in a Connector Park where it does not currently exist without City Council approval. Every effort should be made to minimize the encroachment of private vehicles into the Connector Parks while ensuring safe circulation for all users. The following should be considered when private vehicles will be accessing a Connector Park:

Where the bicycle path intersects the Connector Parks, highly visible patterns integrated into the pavement material, like the photo above, should be used to create a recognizable path through the Connector Park intersection.

• Create multi-modal pathways and spaces that accommodate all users, not just motor vehicles. Vertically separated vehicle-only spaces are not recommended. Signage and paving design, rather, are recommended to ensure drivers yield to other Connector Park users and circulate where designated.

• Locate parking and loading entrances from the Connector Park as close to Atlantic Avenue and as far outside the public ROW as possible to minimize eastern private vehicle encroachment. Port Cocheres should not encroach into the Connector Park.

• Pavements that carry vehicles should be reinforced with appropriate base materials to accommodate heavier loads.

• Current City and State geometric standards should be observed where vehicles will be circulating within the Connector Park, such appropriate turning radi, minimum clearances and adequate stacking room.

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Example of a bicycle-friendly stormwater grate

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Paving Materials The standards in this section are intended to ensure that high quality paving materials are used within the Connector Parks in a manner that enhances the pedestrian experience, maintains their tradition of unique pavement design and creates a visually rich environment.

Three types of paving materials are recommended for use in the Connector Parks: • Pavers - Concrete pavers manufactured by Interlock Paving Systems, Inc. of Hampton, VA or an accepted equal. Holland Stone, Double Holland Stone, and Enviro-Holland stones are recommended. 8cm thickness should be used for any travel way that accommodates vehicles and 6cm thickness for bicycle and pedestrian only areas. The following colors are recommended: Beige Cream* Dune Buff Lite Tidewater Blend Charcoal Virginia Natural Cobalt Blue* White (for Oceanfront Bike Path only)

Concrete paver designs and colors at many of the Connector Parks (38th Street above) create a unique sense of place and aid in wayfinding along the oceanfront.

*Specialty color specific to Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort Area

• Specialty Concrete - Specialty concretes such as integrally colored concrete, exposed aggregate concrete and stamped concrete surfaces are recommended for walkways and accents within site furnishing zones.

The use of specialty concretes should be limited for multi-modal paths.

• Standard Concrete - Class “A” Portland cement concrete with a standard broom finish is recommended as a border edge to concrete paver areas and in some Connector Park category walkways and furnishing zones.

Herringbone (pictured left and right of gray pavers in photo above) and running bond (gray pavers in center) are the two most typical paver arrangements found at the Connector Parks and offer indefinite opportunities for unique combinations and designs.

The use of asphalt, including stamped asphalt, pavement materials are strongly discouraged in the Connector Parks.

Type of Travel Way or Paved Area

Multi-modal Path

Path

Walkway

Site Furnishing Zone

Category A Connector Parks

Pavers, 3 or more colors

N/A

N/A

Pavers and concrete edging, 2 or more colors

Category B Connector Parks

Pavers, 2 or more colors

Pavers, 2 or more colors

Pavers and spec. concrete

Pavers and spec. concrete

Category C Connector Parks

Pavers and limited areas of spec. concrete, 2 or more colors

Pavers and limited areas of spec. concrete, 2 or more colors

Pavers, spec. concrete and concrete

Pavers, spec. concrete and concrete

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Site Furnishings At a minimum, the existing quantity of site furnishings within a Connector Park should be replaced if it is redeveloped.

All new replacement and additional site furnishings within the Connector Parks should meet the standards shown here.

The site furnishing standards in this section are intended to ensure that consistent site furnishings are used within the Connector Parks in a manner that compliments and enhances the existing site furnishing palette and facilitates City maintenance operations.

Monarch Solid Teak Bench by Country Casual of Gaithersburg, MD or approved equal - 6’ or 8’ size with center arm rest and natural finish

Under most circumstances, the site furnishings shown on this page will be maintained by the City of Virginia Beach when located within a Connector Park. Unapproved site furniture will potentially be subject to an encroachment agreement per Chapter 33, Article VI of the City Code.

The following images and captions illustrate the recommended site furnishings* for the connector parks.

Refer to Section 2 of this document for the recommended placement. *Note: Bollards are no longer recommended within the connector parks, see Circulation and Access Standards on page 12.

Pennsylvania Avenue trash and recycling receptacles by Canterbury International of Los Angeles, CA or approved equal - galvanized steel with powder coating and matching interior sleeve. White trash receptacles and blue recycling receptacles.

(Left) Fiberglass Internal Halyard Flagpole 301 by PLP Composite Technologies of Fitzwilliam, NH or approved equal white color (Right) Euro E450 LED Pedestrian Street Light by Sternberg Lighting of Roselle, IL or approved equalwhite color

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BRWS-101 Inverted “U” bicycle rack by Victor Stanley of Dunkirk, MD or approved two-point support equal - In-ground anchor mount, galvanized steel with white powder coating. Refer to the City of Virginia Beach’s “Good Bicycle Parking Design” Addendum to the Landscaping Guide for correct placement and spacing. Serpentine or single point support bicycle racks are not recommended.

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Planters All new and replacement planters within the Connector Parks should meet one of the three recommended types below. The type of planter will be determined during the site approval process and will depend on its intended use, location and responsible maintenance party. Unapproved planters will potentially be subject to an encroachment agreement per Chapter 33, Article VI of the City Code.

Planters are typically not maintained by the City and may be subject to a maintenance agreement prior to approval and installation within a Connector Park.

Pennsylvania Avenue square planter by Canterbury International of Los Angeles, CA or approved equal.

- galvanized steel with powder coating and matching interior sleeve. White color.

Concrete planters TF4204 and TF4191 by Wausau Made of Wausau, WI or approved equal. Standard weatherstone finish - B15 White or B4 Buff.

Transit Shelters Bus/trolley shelters and other transit stop accommodations are encouraged, particularly in Category A and B Connector Parks. Care should be taken in the placement of the shelter near Atlantic Avenue to avoid obstructing views to the ocean and boardwalk or encroaching in the minimum travel way clearances. Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) should be consulted and will be responsible for their maintenance and installation.

Teak Pyramid Planters by Country Casual of Gaithersburg, MD or approved equal - Small, large or rectangular sizes with commercialgrade liners and natural finish.

Transformers and Utility Boxes Transformers and utility boxes serving the adjacent private properties are not permitted in the Connector Park public ROW, see the ORD Form-Based Code. When located in the adjacent properties setback zone, transformers and utility boxes should be architecturally integrated into the building itself so that they are not fully visible from public view within a Connector Park.

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Signature Features Signature features are unique design elements that enhance the pedestrian experience, maintain the tradition of public art in the Connector Parks and create a visually rich environment. Signature features that also provide an interactive experience, such as tactile or audio applications for children and the visually impaired, or functional amenities, such as unique transit stops, shade structures, custom bike racks and seating opportunities are recommended. Design competitions are encouraged to produce new signature features within the Connector Parks.

Note that the City does not typically maintain these features and they may potentially be subject to an encroachment agreement per Chapter 33, Article VI of the City Code.

Examples of artistic signature features that also contribute to the Connector Park public amenities, such as providing seating opportunities, bicycle storage or shaded areas, are encouraged.

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Sign Standards The recommendations for sign standards in this section address public regulatory signs, such as “No Parking” signs, within the Connector Parks. Signs on private property and open air café’s are addressed in Chapter 6 of the ORD Form-Based Code.

Regulatory signs and their placement within the Connector Parks vary greatly.

Several variations of “No Parking,” “Loading Zone,” and No-vehicles-beyonda-certain-point signs occur. It is recommended that a standard regulatory sign family be adopted and applied consistently in the Connector Parks. All regulatory signs should meet current Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards.

No more than one regulatory sign is recommended on a light pole or flag pole to avoid conflicts with the oceanfront banners and flags. Additional sign poles can be added as needed within the recommended site furnishing zones to reduce the need to attach regulatory signs to light poles. When available and permitted, smaller regulatory signs scaled to pedestrians and slow-moving vehicles should be selected and mounted as close to the ground as permitted to improve view sheds and reduce sign clutter. Consider incorporating braille into pedestrian signage where possible to assist the visually impaired in navigating the oceanfront. All signs and poles should be located outside the minimum clear path of travel.

Vegetation Landscape zones consisting of ornamental grasses, perennials and shrubs are recommended in all Connector Parks to soften edges, reduce impervious surfaces, screen adjacent uses, frame amenities, and create a welcoming attractive environment. Refer to the City of Virginia Beach’s Landscape Guide for landscape material standards and installation. All proposed plant species should utilize the salt-tolerant seaside plants listed in the Landscape Guide and feature diverse species with complementary colors and textures. Water sensitive practices are encouraged to facilitate stormwater infiltration and reduce the need for irrigation.

No more than one sign is recommended per light pole to avoid conflicts with banners.

Smaller signs mounted lower to the ground are recommended where practical.

Because of the unique micro-climate within the Connector Parks and difficulty at past attempts to successfully grow trees in the Connector Parks, trees are not encouraged. If trees are proposed, adequate uncompacted root spaces should be provided for each tree equal to two cubic feet of soil per one square foot of the tree’s expected mature drip line area.

Refer to the City’s Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design guidelines for plant placement and care. Sight lines along all paths of travel should remain open and clear. Plant material should not block views to the ocean, Boardwalk or Atlantic Avenue and should not create places of concealment.

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Section 4. Temporary Connector Park Guidelines This section addresses access, circulation and buffers prior to and during construction of Connector Parks and their surrounding properties to ensure basic pedestrian connectivity and establish a common aesthetic for property boundaries.

Temporary Access and Circulation If portions or all of a Connector Park ROW is used for construction staging for the surrounding properties, or if redevelopment of the Connector Park is occurring, every effort should be made to maintain the minimum recommended clear paths of travel widths from May 15th to October 1st.

Category “C” Connector Parks may be closed during the offseason for construction (October 1st to May 15th) unless the Connector Park is an emergency access route. Category “B” Connector Parks may be closed temporarily during the off season, if it is not an emergency access route, but should be reopened for any festivals or events. The minimum recommended clear multi-modal pathway of Category “A” Connector Parks should be maintained throughout the year. If redevelopment of a Category “A” Connector Park is occurring, closures for construction should be kept to a minimum and temporary alternate multi-modal pathways should be made available during those times.

Example of decorative construction fence wrapping

Temporary pathways for the Connector Parks should consist of a paved, accessible surface clear of construction debris, curbs, stairs, steep slopes and other vertical barriers. All temporary pathways during construction should be adequately lighted.

Buffering The edges of the construction zone lining the Connector Park should be fenced per standard City Construction Specifications.

Concrete and plastic roadway partitions are not appropriate for use within the Connector Parks.

Decorative printed fence wrap is recommended for the construction fences within or facing a Connector Park. The fence wrap should be securely affixed to the fence and consist of a durable material. Other than required safety signage, the fence wrap print should display only an approved decorative design or display information directly related to the use or structure under construction.

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Section 5. Connector Park Inventory The tables on the following pages provide detailed reference information about the existing features of each Connector Park.

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Connector Park Street Land Use # Public Access North

3.22.17

Land Use South

Vehicular Access

Pedestrian Only Access

Primary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Secondary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Vehicular ROW W, (150' L Beach Access Meets ADA From Atlantic Public Former Sand Unless Otherwise Ramp off Noted) to Boardwalk Restrooms Haul Access Boardwalk

Site Furnishing Description

Paving Description

Vegetation Description

Public Art , Monuments, and Memorials

Comments

SOUTH BEACH DISTRICT

X

Schooner Inn Parking

Parking

3rd

X

Dolphin Run Condos

Schooner Inn

4th

X

Oceanside Condos

Dolphin Run Condos

5th

X

Beach Quarters Watermans Hotel Restaurant

2nd

X

Connector Park is vehicular

6th

X

Ramada Inn

Beach Quarters Hotel

7th

X

Sea Grill & Bar

Ramada Inn

X

Residential Condos

Quality Inn

X

Spring Hill Beach Club

Oceans Condos

11th

X

The Grand Ocean Hotel (Proposed Double Tree)

Hampton Inn/11th St Taphouse

12th

X

Newcastle Hotel DeWitt Cottage

8th

X X X

X

X

X

X X

2 Oceanside entrances, 1 Dolphin Run Entrance

X Curb & gutter from Atlantic to Beach Quarters

X

Modern lights and litter receptacles

Asphalt street, Concrete sidewalk, exposed aggregate concrete curb ramps

50'

Traditional lights, teak benches, flag poles

Running bond lt. red pavers

60'

Traditional lights, flag poles, concrete planters

Herringbone blue, red and coral pavers Shrubs ‐ Junipers in wave designs. "4th" in blue pavers and hawthorns

50'

Running bond lt. red pavers. Bronze "5th Traditional lights with flags, Fifth" embedded in Pavement between Shrubs flag poles sculptures

60'

X

Leads to Grommet Island Entrance on Boardwalk

60'

Shrubs ‐ Juniper varieties

X

X

Curb cut from Atlantic. 2 residential condo entrances

X

Functions as shared street Pavement sections Dolphins Atop Globes and curb slopes not consistent

Traditional lights with flags, Running bond coral and dk red pavers. Palms, square bollards Checkered and panels pattern. shrubs

Traditional lights, flag pole, Running bond lt. red pavers, square and Junipers and 50' w/ 2 café parcels string lights, and beach rectangular grasses umbrella gazebo

Curb cut from Atlantic to Ramada loading area

Extra concrete lane on Atlantic

60'

Exposed aggregate concrete and blue Traditional lights with flags running bond pavers in wave pattern.

Concrete curb separation to south

60'

Traditional lights with flags, Running bond lt. red pavers, curvilinear Palms, grasses, light poles, cobra light off edges junipers Atlantic

Grasses

Leatherback Sea Turtles

additional light fixtures from Beach Quarters Tower, significant grade changes

Palm trees

Vehicular access is used for Ramada loading only

Fantasy Fish

Blue pavers define pedestrian walkway, curb separation thru it arbitrary

9th 10th

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X

X

X

X X

Curb and gutter from Atlantic, 1 entrance to Hampton Inn, 1 entrance to Grand Ocean Hotel

X

X

50' w/ café parcel

60'

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Asphalt street, running bond lt. red Traditional lights, flag poles pavers and concrete sidewalk

Traditional lights

Unnecessary vehicular space. East service access to Hampton Inn ends at blank wall.

6 Pines

Junipers, shrubs, Curvilinear exposed aggregate concrete a pine and palm sidewalk tree

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X

Colony Condos

Fish Bones/ Surfside Inn

X

14th

X

Fishing Pier Parking

Best Western/Pier 14 Restaurant

X

X X

80', w/ café parcel

X

asphalt curb ramp on Atlantic

Traditional lights, white bollards, flex posts, teak benches

Junipers, shrubs, Leads to VA Legends Running bond lt. red pavers and dk red a pines, and Walk West of Atlantic Empty planters brick pavers crape myrtles Ave

60'

Traditional lights, teak Running bond lt. red pavers and dk red benches, curvilinear stone Junipers, shrubs brick pavers retaining walls

80'

Traditional lights, concrete planters, two giant vents for underground pump station

80'

Concrete planters, traditional lights, black Concrete and asphalt from Atlantic, temp. fencing, flag poles, coral and lt. red pavers in herringbone serpentine bike rack, gray pattern from Boardwalk litter receptacles

15th

16th

17th

18th

X

X

X

Boardwalk Resort

X The Breakers

17th Street Park Dairy Queen

Country Inn and Super 8 Suites

X

Curb and gutter from Atlantic, 2 entrances to Breakers, one entrance to Boardwalk Resort

X

X

X

Driveway Apron to DQ from Atlantic

X Curb and gutter from Atlantic. 2 entrances to Country Inn, 1 entrance to Super 8

Asphalt drive, concrete sidewalks, stamped brick concrete and red pavers Square shrubs in basket weave pattern, and herringbone lt. red pavers

Shrubs in planters

Different lights & fish Pump station vents sculptures associated could be considered w/ Rock Fish art restaurant, Pump Station Site

John Wareing Monument, and Beach Balls

Asphalt street, red herringbone paver sidewalk from Atlantic. Checkered Blue, Junipers, pines, Birds In Flight and dk. Red pavers under sculpture. palms, shrubs Coral pavers from boardwalk

60'

Traditional lights, white bollards

60'

Traditional lights with flags, Blue running bond pavers with 4 coral, Shrubs, grasses, teak benches, concrete dk. Red, blue and slate compass symbols junipers planters embedded along it. Curvilinear edge.

60'

Traditional white lights, flag Running bond coral pavers entire length poles, teak benches, white Shrubs, junipers with concrete edge trash receptacle

Visitor Info Kiosk and park amphitheater.

Narrow pedestrian path from Atlantic

Vegetation blocking art from boardwalk, ped desire line through unpaved area where pavement narrows

19th

X 20th

X

The Capes Hotel

Travel Lodge Parking area

X

Marjac Suites

Kamla Condos

Partial access for first 57'. No vehicular curb ramps or cut from Atlantic. 1 entrance to The Capes, 1 entrance to the Travel Lodge

X

X

X

Vehicles must mount curb to enter connector park

21st 22nd

X

X

23rd

X 24th

25th

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X

24th Street Park

X

Courtyard Marriott

Old Coast Guard Station

X

(back of stage access) lane markings/ signs needed to keep fire lane open

X

X

80', public ROW Traditional lights, black (back of stage extends an additional temp. fencing, serpentine 200' north bike rack, litter receptacle access)

X Days Inn

thru Monument to Aviation

113'

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Square lt. red pavers

Unique memorial lights, Gray cobble pavers thru monument, granite bollards, benches, running bond lt. red pavers and tan litter receptacles, and seat herringbone pavers on Atlantic walls. Flag poles.

Shrubs, junipers Ship Relics

A crowded 10' walkway is only path between Atlantic and boardwalk thru park

Shrubs, junipers Norwegian Lady

Large unused areas of pavement on Atlantic where shift in Avenue Alignment occurs

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Land Use South

Vehicular Access

Pedestrian Only Access

Primary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Secondary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Vehicular ROW W, 150' L Beach Access Meets ADA From Atlantic Public Former Sand Unless Otherwise Ramp off Noted to Boardwalk Restrooms Haul Access Boardwalk

Site Furnishing Description

X 26th

X

Holiday Inn Express

Seahawk Hotel and Apparel Store

27th

X

Hyatt House

Armada Hoffler Development Site/Parking

28th

X

Best Western

Econolodge

29th

X

The Oceanfront Best Western Inn

X

Hilton's mechanical, Service and Loading Dock

Partial for first 75'. Curb and gutter from Atlantic. No access to adjacent land uses. Vehicular stub used solely for ADA parking (2 spaces), taxi stand (2 spaces) and loading.

60', 190' length

X

X asphalt curb ramp on Atlantic

X

30th

Laskin/31st

X

X

landscape areas prevent primary access

X

X

Public Art , Monuments, and Memorials

Asphalt vehicular area, herringbone lt. red paver sidewalk from Atlantic, Grasses, shrubs, running bond lt. red, coral and dk. Red Shells sculpture junipers pavers in square patterns from Boardwalk

Traditional lights, flag poles, concrete planters, Running bond lt. red pavers entire serpentine bike rack, litter length with concrete edge receptacle, teak bench

Crape Myrtles, grasses, shrubs, pines, lawn

60'

Colored concrete from Atlantic, Traditional lights, concrete running bond lt. red pavers from planters boardwalk

Junipers, shrubs, School of Fish grasses

60'

Traditional lights, concrete Concrete from Atlantic, exposed planters aggregate concrete from boardwalk

Junipers, shrubs

60', 168'‐174' length

X

Partial for first 57'. Curb cut from Atlantic. One entrance to Econolodge

Concrete planters, traditional lights

Paving Description

Vegetation Description

X

Neptune's Park Hilton/Catch 31

X

Hilton Garden Residence Inn Inn Marriott

X

Ocean Beach Club Porte Cochere

Driveway Apron from Atlantic.

One entrance to The Oceanfront, access to Hilton's service/loading area

X

X

X

X

X

62'

Concrete planters, litter receptacle

Alternating bands of running bond coral and dark red pavers

Modern white lights with 60', public ROW flags, gray trash Alternating bands of running bond extends an receptacles, blue recycling coral and blue pavers additional 125' north receptacles,

X

Pedestrian foot path thru sculpture bed

No lighting? Public restrooms, and Hilton's back of house area create an unwelcoming / unsafe feeling environment

Yucca, junipers, shrubs, palms

Palms, lawn

5‐6' Sidewalk on north side of vehicular area is only pedestrian path from Atlantic. Excessive curbs

Hermit Crabs and Boulder Clusters

X The Oceanfront Inn

Comments

King Neptune

32nd

X 33rd

34th

X

Curb cut from Atlantic. 2 entrances to Hilton Garden Inn, 2 parallel ADA parking spaces on south side of street

Rinse station prevents northbound turns and primary access

X

60'

Traditional lights, one cobra light, terra cotta planters,

Asphalt vehicular area, alternating banks of herringbone coral and dk.

Red pavers in zig‐zag pattern from Atlantic. Checkered and zig‐zag multi colored pavers from boardwalk

60'

Traditional lights, white planters, gazebo

Red cobble loop drive, basket weave coral paver sidewalk from Atlantic, Palms, shrubs, checkered blue and coral paver area annuals with embedded sand dollar shells from boardwalk

60'

Modern lights, granite bollards, flag poles, teak bench

Red herringbone paver loop drive, red basket weave paver sidewalk from Palms, shrubs, Atlantic, coral running bond from grasses Boardwalk. Blue and coral pavers on Atlantic sidewalk

60'

Concrete driveway apron, asphalt parking spaces, herringbone coral and Traditional lights, concrete Palms, shrubs, dk. Red pavers in checkered pattern planters, bollards lawn from both Atlantic and Boardwalk.

Center square of lt. red pavers

60'

Traditional lights, concrete Gray and lt. red pavers with planters, serpentine bike multicolored paver gear designs on rack, flag poles Atlantic and Boardwalk

X

Hilton Garden Inn/Lager Heads Driveway apron from Atlantic.

Loop drive for Ocean Beach Restaurant Club

X

35th

X

Sheraton

Oceanaire Porte Driveway apron curb cut from Cochere Atlantic. Loop drop off and 2 on street spaces for Oceanaire

X

X 36th

X

The Belvedere

Sheraton

X

Courtyard Marriott

Edgewater Condos

Partial for first 63'. Driveway apron from Atlantic. One entrance to Sheraton, access to 5 Belvedere parking spaces

X 37th

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Asphalt curb ramp from Atlantic, one entrance to Edgewater parking, 2 ADA parking spaces on street

X

X

X

December 2017

Junipers, shrubs, "Delight" ‐ four crape myrtle bronze dolphins

Sidewalk narrows to approx. 3' around loop drive

Law Enforcement Memorial

Memorial has its own pavement design and seat wall

Sandcastle

Junipers

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38th

X

3800 Condos

Land Use South

Courtyard Marriott

Vehicular Access

Pedestrian Only Access

Primary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Secondary Emergency/ Service Vehicle Access

Vehicular ROW W, 150' L Beach Access Meets ADA From Atlantic Public Former Sand Unless Otherwise Ramp off Noted to Boardwalk Restrooms Haul Access Boardwalk

X No curb cut or apron from Atlantic Ave, two entrances to 3800 condos

X

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn

Curb cut from Atlantic. Loop drive for Holiday Inn Drop off/entrance

40th

X

Eat Restaurant Holiday Inn

X

Residential Single Family

X

Public Art , Monuments, and Memorials

Comments

Junipers, shrubs

Cars using pedestrian curb ramps to access street, steps to boardwalk impede ADA access

Palms, annuals

Public access is permitted but must walk through enclosed hallway, steps to boardwalk impede ADA access

Traditional lights, concrete Herringbone, coral, blue and dk. In planters, flag poles diamond pattern

60'

Lights and site furnishings unique to Holiday Inn, small Herringbone lt. red pavers in vehicular "Beach Access" wayfinding loop, octagon red pavers sidewalk signs

60'

Traditional lights with flags, Areas of herringbone lt. and coral pavers concrete planters, Grasses, shrubs, separated by gray paver bands in serpentine bike rack, litter lawn curvilinear design receptacle

Paver designs indicates vehicular drive, receives lots of service vehicle use

Litter receptacle

City of Virginia Beach Stormwater Pump Station, does not connect to boardwalk

X (and commercial service vehicles)

Paving Description

Vegetation Description

60'

X 39th

Site Furnishing Description

41st

42nd

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X

Former Cavalier Entire street is vehicular and has Beach Club no sidewalks or pedestrian accommodations

Private Property

December 2017

White basketweave paving pattern

Grasses, hollies

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