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Place-Types

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Development Type – Residential

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Rural Developments

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Specialized Focus Areas Active Small Area Plans

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Welcome to the Placebuilder

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Decoding the Placebuilder

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WELCOME TO THE PLACEBUILDER WHAT IS IT?

The Placebuilder element of Imagine Lexington 2045 is a compilation of the urban planning best practices that distills the policies of this Comprehensive Plan. It sorts these best practices into development criteria that are applicable to proposed developments seeking a zone change. In addressing the development criteria, applicants demonstrate that they are in agreement with the Comprehensive Plan, and that their individual developments work toward implementing the broader Goals and Objectives developed by the community.

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Under previous Comprehensive Plans, justifications generally addressed broad Goals and Objectives, without much support from the remainder of the document. Imagine Lexington differs from many comprehensive plans in that it eschews the traditional future land use map in favor of a policy based document. Under The Placebuilder, justifications and development plans will be reviewed in accordance with the policies of the plan, which provide more specific guidance on how to further the Goals and Objectives.

1. ENGAGEMENT

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A BRIEF OVERVIEW...

3. THE DEVELOPMENT T YPE

Determine whether your proposal will adequately address one of the most suitable Development Types.

Review the criteria for that Development Type.

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Imagine Lexington strongly encourages meaningful engagement between applicants and stakeholders for design and visioning of a development before the process begins.

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2. THE PLACE - T YPE

Consider your site, community feedback, and surrounding context. This includes whether or not your site falls within the Adopted Small Area Plans or Expansion Area Master Plan.

Review the Place Types and determine whether the development you are seeking enhances the existing place or sets a new Place-Type standard for the location.

Verify that your development will address the stated priorities of that Place Type.

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The Placebuilder is a set of development criteria to be addressed by applicants in their zone change application justifications. Its purpose is to provide transparency to applicants, stakeholders, the Planning Commission, and the Urban County Council in how development proposals are evaluated. This framework outlines the process by which development proposals are evaluated to ensure they adhere to the requirements set forth in KRS 100, which preferences compliance with the Comprehensive Plan.

Not all criteria may be applicable to every proposal, however every zone change justification should address each one, noting why certain criteria may or may not apply. No zone change application will satisfy every single criterion, and the Placebuilder is not a checklist. The applicability of criteria will be assessed through the development review process.

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Address each of the criteria in your application/development plan, showing how your proposed development meets each of the requirements

Review recommended zones. Determine the appropriate zone for the suitable Development Type you are seeking. Schedule your preapplication meeting with planning stuff to highlight Comprehensive Plan and zoning ordinance related issues that may require variances or waivers, and to review community feedback thus far.

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6. REVIEW & PUBLIC INPUT

Once an applicant has submitted a complete development application addressing all steps, it will undergo planning staff evaluation and enter the zone change process.

Details on zone change process can be found at Imaginlexington.com/mar

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A vibrant hub of commerce, employment, diverse housing opportunities, & entertainment. They include larger buildings with active ground levels, intentional open spaces, & walkable transportation networks, all to provide the user/resident with a unique experience. It is often located at major intersections & along primary corridors.*

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Where significant infill and redevelopment opportunities exist to complement the urban core. While not expected to be as intensely developed as the downtown core, high-rise opportunities are not precluded provided that they are context-sensitive. The forward trend for development in the 2nd tier urban areas should be towards increased walkability and intensity.*

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The urban epicenter of commerce and entertainment. The core should be anchored by high-rise structures with activated groundlevels. They are surrounded by mid-rise buildings that increasingly offer dense residential uses. A mix of uses and variety of transportation options should be prioritized, and parking should be addressed as a shared urban core asset.*

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Lexington’s major roadways focused on commerce and transportation. The overriding emphasis of Imagine Lexington is significantly overhauling the intensity of the major corridors.

The future of Lexington’s corridors lies in accommodating the shifting retail economic model by incorporating high density residential and offering substantial flexibility to available land uses.*

Undeveloped areas designed to provide housing in a sustainable format. These areas should include neighborhood-serving retail, services, & employment options, as well as town centers. Accessible greenspace, neighborhood focal points, & a multimodal transportation network should be provided to add a sense of place & connectivity.*

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An existing residential area to be enhanced with additional amenities, housing types, and neighborhood-serving retail, services, and employment options. Development should be context-sensitive to surrounding areas and should add to the sense of place.

Incorporating multimodal connections is crucial to neighborhood success and viability.*

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Where Lexington’s most intense types of economic development and job creation occur. These places should be located near major corridors to facilitate efficient and affordable shipping and transportation of goods throughout the region. Developments should minimize negative impacts on adjoining lower intensity uses.* Page 000

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Primarily high-rise multi-family units.

This type of development is generally reserved for the most intensely developed areas in Lexington, with the infrastructure to support it. Where these developments abut existing or historic neighborhoods, appropriate step-downs or context sensitive elements should be used to minimize intrusion.

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Primarily attached and multi-family units, Primarily multi-family units. with interspersed single-family detached dwellings.

Multi-family units should complement and enhance existing development through Homogeneous neighborhoods that do Multi-family units should complement and quality design and connections. not include a mix of housing types should enhance existing development through be avoided. Low density residential is quality design and connections. only appropriate as a component of “Enhanced Neighborhoods” and “New Complete Neighborhoods”, and should be supplemented by a variety of uses and housing options to create sustainable places.

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A mix of attached and detached single family homes, of varying formats, and low density multi-family dwelling units.

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Transit Infrastructure & Connectivity

Nearby commercial/employment uses and greenspace should be easily accessible, and bicycle and pedestrian modes should be maximized to connect residents to destinations.

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Multimodal network connections, including connected streets, are required to keep an efficient transportation network that provides viable options for all users.

These developments should include intentional open space designed to fit the needs of area residents, and be in walking distance of nearby neighborhood-serving commercial/employment uses.

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These developments should include intentional open space designed to fit the needs of area residents, and a variety of neighborhood-serving commercial/ employment uses.

Access to these developments is typically through streets designated with the collector classification or above. Mass transit infrastructure should be provided along transit routes through collaboration with Lextran, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities should be plentiful to provide multimodal options.

Mass transit infrastructure should be provided along transit routes through collaboration with Lextran, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities should be plentiful to provide multimodal options. Parking should be minimized in favor of multimodal options, and where necessary, should be predominantly accommodated within garages.

These developments should include intentional open space designed to fit the needs of area residents, and a variety of neighborhood-serving commercial/ employment uses.

Open space and greenspace opportunities should be adequate within the area to support the residents, or should be provided creatively on-site utilizing plazas, rooftop space, or other means that accomplish the goal, but still allow for high Floor Area Ratios.

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Primarily neighborhood-serving commercial uses, services, places of employment, and/ or a mix of uses within low to mid-rise structures appropriately scaled to the surrounding neighborhood.

Primarily regional-serving commercial uses, services, places of employment, and/ or a mix of uses within high-rise structures with a high Floor Area Ratio.

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Mixed-use structures can include a mix of residential, commercial, services, and/ or employment uses, and an activated and pedestrian-scale ground level should be provided. Developments with a residential component are generally non-residential on the ground floor with units above, providing opportunities for live/work arrangements.

Primarily community-serving commercial uses, services, places of employment, and/ or a mix of uses within mid-rise structures with a higher Floor Area Ratio.

Mixed-use structures typically include more multi-family residential units and places of employment, and retail and commercial options generally draw from a larger geographic area. An activated and pedestrian-scale ground level should be provided.

Mixed-use structures typically include an abundance of multi-family residential units, places of employment, and entertainment options, and the retail and commercial options generally draw from a regional geographic area.

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Primarily employment land dedicated to the most intense types of employment-centric development. This is the only category where uses are inherently incompatible and are best separated from adjacent uses.

These uses are best suited in areas where they already exist, collocating to utilize industrial-scale infrastructure to serve the needs of the users. Environmental protection measures should be taken to minimize impacts.

Screening and buffers should be provided to adjoining lower-density residential developments, however those adjoining neighborhoods should retain convenient access to the development.

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These developments may include more employment space for professional office The retail/service options typically and can include some larger entertainment include boutique-type establishments, spaces. neighborhood restaurants or pubs, and/ or neighborhood-serving services like dentists, daycares, etc., and the places of employment are small offices.

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Though they draw more external users, they should still include multimodal connections allowing for easy neighborhood access.

Mass transit infrastructure is to be provided on par with that of other modes, and the higher-density housing types should be located in close proximity.

These developments are generally located along higher intensity roadways. Mass transit infrastructure, on par with that of other modes, should be provided, and bicycle and pedestrian connections to adjoining developments are required.

Internal multimodal connectivity throughout the development is critical.

These uses are also heavy employers and should incorporate mass transit infrastructure, on par with that of other modes, to connect residents to their jobs.

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Transit Infrastructure & Connectivity

Bicycle and pedestrian connections to adjoining neighborhoods, and buildings oriented to the street are required to ensure the non-residential enhances nearby neighborhoods by creating a truly walkable environment.

Parking should be minimized and, where The buildings should be oriented to the Parking is generally provided in structures necessary, located internally. street, and developments should avoid with activated ground levels. over-parking, with provided parking located internally.

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RURAL DEVELOPMENTS

Development within the Rural Service Area (RSA) should consider the unique assets and opportunities offered

by Lexington’s agricultural landscape. For this reason, the 2017 Rural Land Management Plan (RLMP), in tandem with applicable policies from Imagine Lexington listed below, should act as the primary guide for all rural development endeavors and should be directly addressed in development proposals within the RSA.

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Due to the distinct difference between urban place-types and rural area considerations, the RLMP is better suited to guide the limited development within the RSA than the criteria set out in the Placebuilder. Additionally, the numerous policies, goals, and objectives within Imagine Lexington focusing on rural development link directly to the goals and objectives laid out by the RLMP. These provide additional support for defining the intended nature of rural development and its impacts on the agricultural community.

Design Policy #6

Adhere to the recommendations of the Lexington area MPO Bike/ Pedestrian Master Plan, adopted in 2018.

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Protection Policy #2

Conserve and protect environmentally sensitive areas, including sensitive natural habitats, greenways, wetlands and water bodies.

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Continue to implement PDR program to safeguard Lexington’s rural land.

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Conserve active agriculture land in the rural service area while promoting sustainable food systems.

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Promote and connect local farms with the community through integrated partnerships.

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Promote context-sensitive agritourism in the Rural Service Area.

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Protect and enhance biodiversity in both the urban and rural service areas.

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Protection Policy #10

Reduce light pollution to protect dark skies.

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Sustainability Policy #11 Incentivize green stormwater infrastructure beyond regulatory requirements

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Sustainability Policy #12 Develop incentives for green building practices and sustainable site design.

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Restoration Policy #2

Identify opportunities to strategically link parks, trails, complete streets, greenways, and natural areas to advance Lexington’s green infrastructure network.

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Livability Policy #1

Encourage economic opportunities for a wide array of agritourism while preserving the bluegrass identity.

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Livability Policy #2

Emphasize the preservation, protection, & promotion of the iconic bluegrass landscape along rural gateways & roadways serving as primary tourist routes.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON POLICIES FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT Prosperity Policy #3

Continue to protect the agricultural cluster & equine industry, & support existing agricultural uses, while promoting new innovative agricultural uses in the rural service area.

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Continue to raise awareness of farms & farm tours.

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Promote Kentucky Proud & local Lexington products using unified branding.

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Placemaking Policy #9 Honor Lexington’s history by requiring new development & redevelopments to enhance the cultural, physical, & natural resources that have shaped the community.

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Stewardship Policy #3 Increase regional transportation cooperation and pursue transportation options to facilitate inter-county connectivity.

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Stewardship Policy #4 Coordinate with surrounding counties to capitalize on the inherent tourism draws of the Bluegrass region.

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Stewardship Policy #5 Fully realize the development potential within Lexington’s rural activity centers while avoiding negative impacts to surrounding agriculture, rural settlements, and view sheds.

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Identify new compatible rural land uses that would enhance Lexington’s economy and provide additional income-generating possibilities for local farmers.

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Follow and implement the recommendations of the 2007 study of Fayette County’s Small Rural Communities and the 2017 Rural Land Management Plan to protect and preserve Lexington’s rural settlements.

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Implement the recommendations of the 2018 Your Parks, Our Future Master Plan.

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SPECIALIZED FOCUS AREAS SMALL AREA PLANS

A fundamental goal of Imagine Lexington is to revitalize our city’s neighborhoods in ways that make them more sustainable and livable. In some areas, achieving a neighborhood’s vision for improvement requires an informed, strategic approach scaled to that specific community. Responding to this need, a set of small area plans were adopted as elements of the 2007, 2013, and 2018 Comprehensive Plans and have since taken effect in six Lexington neighborhoods within the Urban Service Boundary.

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Based on an extensive community engagement process, the small area plans identify community needs, opportunities, and other planning issues of their respective communities, which help to inform strategies for undertaking policy changes and project implementation. Further, the concepts and recommendations outlined in the plan are directly informed by the area’s defining characteristics, such as demographics, land use, development patterns, housing, health, mobility, etc. This provides a strong foundation comprised of the community’s existing assets and amenities from which to build.

Proposed developments within the boundaries of these small area plans should adhere to the recommendations therein to ensure the results are compatible with the stated vision for that neighborhood. These considerations should be in addition to, and not in place of, the Placebuilder process and criteria.

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Adopted by the Planning Commission in 1996 as an element of the Comprehensive Plan, the Expansion Area Master Plan (EAMP) is a regulatory document that is intended to guide growth within the identified Expansion Areas along the periphery of the Urban Service Boundary. The EAMP sets up standards and criteria that act as land use regulations to control the character, location and magnitude of development within the designated land use categories.

Advising that new development within the Expansion Area should function as a “community” with a mix of uses, housing types and land for economic development and community facilities, including parks, public facilities, and community centers.

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The necessary regulations prescribed within the EAMP should influence any decisions made regarding place type, development type, and zoning preference for future development within these areas. These considerations should be in addition to, and not in place of, the Placebuilder process and criteria.

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ADDITIONAL PLANS & RESOURCES

2018 YOUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE MASTER PLAN

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Additionally, new developments should incorporate any applicable recommendations or requirements outlined in other ordinances approved by the Urban County Council. This includes those specific to landscaping and development along Lexington’s major corridors.

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In addition to the 2023 Comprehensive Plan, there are various plans and studies that have been adopted in order to guide growth, land use management, and context-sensitive development in Lexington. Some of these plans are focused on specific areas within the county, while others are overarching and should be considered for all place-types. These plans are intended to complement the goals, objectives, and policies within Imagine Lexington and should be used to further inform development proposals. These considerations should be in addition to, and not in place of, the Placebuilder process and criteria.

Each of these is listed to the right.

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GROWING SUCCESSFUL NEIGHBORHOODS

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

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ACCOUNTABILITY (AC)

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DOWNTOWN Downtown is the urban epicenter of commerce and entertainment. The core should be anchored by high-rise structures with ground-level pedestrian engagement opportunities surrounded by mid-rise buildings increasingly offering dense residential uses. Lexington’s Downtown should continue to be notable for its mix of uses and variety of transportation options. Parking should be addressed as a shared urban core asset, eliminating dedicated surface parking lots in favor of structures.

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Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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LAND USE Infill residential should aim to increase density.

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Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI4-1

Development should contain a mixture of land uses, with a prioritization of residential.

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Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

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Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

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Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

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Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

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Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

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Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

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Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

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Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

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Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

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Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

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Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

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Development should provide community oriented places and services.

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Developments should improve the tree canopy.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

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Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

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A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

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Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

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Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

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New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

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Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

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Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

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Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

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Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

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School sites should be appropriately sized.

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Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

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Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

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Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

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Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

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New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

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Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

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Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

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Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

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Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

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Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

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Infill residential should aim to increase density.

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Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI4-1

Development should contain a mixture of land uses, with a prioritization of residential.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington’s Complete Streets Policy.

A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

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D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

A

R

D

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

282

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS5-2

T

LAND USE

DOWNTOWN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

THE PLACEBUILDER

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

DOWNTOWN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

SITE DESIGN Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

BUILDING FORM

D

R

A

F

A - DS5-4

D - PL2-1

T

D - SP10-1

DOWNTOWN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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283

2ND TIER URBAN

2nd Tier Urban is where significant infill and redevelopment opportunities exist to complement the urban core. While not expected to be as intensely developed as the downtown core, high-rise opportunities are not precluded provided that they are context-sensitive. The forward trend for development in the 2nd tier urban areas should be towards increased walkability and intensity.

SITE PRIORITIES

High Density Residential

Medium-High Density Residential

B-1

High Density Residential

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

HR

R

MHR

Neighborhood Business Form Based Project

MNR MU

HNR MU

Medium High Density Nonresidential/ Mixed-Use

High Density Non-residential/ Mixed-Use

A

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

MR

T

Medium, medium/high and high density residential Mix of uses Walkability Economic development and job creation Minimizing parking in favor of multimodal options Relation to surrounding historic context

F

• • • • • •

MU-1

MU-2

MU-3

R-4

R-5

Neighborhood Node Zone

Neighborhood Corridor Zone

Mixed use Community Zone

High Density Apartment

High Rise Apartment

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

284

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THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN

D

R

A

F

T

With combination of businesses, offices, theaters, hotels and medium density residential.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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285

2ND TIER URBAN 2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

T

LAND USE

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

B - PR7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

D - SP9-1

B - PR9-1

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

E - ST8-2

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

R

A - DS1-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D

A - DS5-1

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Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

F

A

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

286

B - PR2-1

THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

SITE DESIGN

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - EQ5-1

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

T

A - DS5-4

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

A

F

E - GR4-1

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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287

2ND TIER URBAN 2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

R

A - DS1-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D

A - DS5-1

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Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

B - PR9-1

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

288

D - CO2-2

A

E - ST8-2

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

F

A - DS12-1

D - CO2-1

T

LAND USE

THE PLACEBUILDER

SITE DESIGN A - DS5-4

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM

R

A

F

T

A - DS7-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D

A - DS3-1

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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289

2ND TIER URBAN 2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

F

A - DS12-1

D - CO1-1

T

LAND USE

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

A

B - PR7-1

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

B - RE5-1

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

290

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D

R

A - DS1-1

THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

SITE DESIGN

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - EQ5-1

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

T

A - DS5-4

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

R

A

F

E - GR4-1

D

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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291

2ND TIER URBAN 2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR9-2

Low-intensity business uses that will provide neighborhood amenities should be incorporated into existing neighborhoods.

R

A

C - PS15-2

D

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

292

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

F

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

A - DS5-2

T

LAND USE

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip

SITE DESIGN Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

F

A - DS5-4

BUILDING FORM

T

B - RE2-1

2ND TIER URBAN - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

A

A - EQ5-1

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2ND TIER URBAN 2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

C - PS15-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS5-2

T

LAND USE

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

B - PR2-1

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

R

A

D - CO2-2

D

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip

SITE DESIGN Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

F

A - DS5-4

BUILDING FORM

T

B - RE2-1

2ND TIER URBAN - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

A

A - EQ5-1

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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REGIONAL CENTER A Regional Center is a vibrant hub of commerce, employment, diverse housing opportunities, & entertainment. They include larger buildings with active ground levels, intentional open spaces, & walkable transportation networks, all to provide the user/resident with a unique experience. It is often located at major intersections and along primary corridors.

Placemaking

•

Internal connectivity

•

Walkability

•

Creating jobs where people live

•

Proper design/orientation of buildings and streets

•

Minimizing parking in favor of multimodal options

•

Relation to surrounding neighborhood context

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

MR High Density Residential

Medium High Density Nonresidential/ Mixed-Use

Medium-High Density Residential

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

MHR

R

MNR MU

A

•

F

T

SITE PRIORITIES

HR

HNR MU

High Density Residential

High Density Non-residential/ Mixed-Use

B-6P

B-1

MU-2

MU-3

R-4

R-5

Commercial Center

Neighborhood Business Form Based Project

Mixed use Community Zone

Neighborhood Corridor Zone

High Density Apartment

High Rise Apartment

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

MIXED USE COMMUNITY

D

R

A

F

T

Provide diverse uses withing walking distance: share parking spaces during different times

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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297

REGIONAL CENTER REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - SP9-1

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

A

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS13-1

T

LAND USE

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR3-1

A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

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R

B - PR2-1

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

BUILDING FORM

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

A - DS3-1

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

F

SITE DESIGN

T

B - RE1-1

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

D

R

A

A - DS5-4

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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REGIONAL CENTER REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-2

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS13-1

T

LAND USE

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - CO5-1

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

A

D - CO4-2

R

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

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A - DS1-1

THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - SP3-1

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

D - SP3-2

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

BUILDING FORM

F

SITE DESIGN

T

B - SU11-1

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided. (B-SU5)

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities

D

R

A

A - DS5-4

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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REGIONAL CENTER REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS11-1

T

LAND USE

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

R

A

D - CO2-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

B - PR3-1

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

B - PR9-1

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

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A - DS1-1

THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

D - SP3-1

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

F BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

A

SITE DESIGN

T

B - SU9-1

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

R

A - DS5-4

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

D

A - EQ9-1

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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REGIONAL CENTER LAND USE Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

F

A - DS12-1

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

T

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington’s Complete Streets Policy.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - CO4-3

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

R

A

C - PS15-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

D

A - DS1-1

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - PL4-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

B - RE2-1

D - PL10-1

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

T

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

A

F

B - PR10-1

REGIONAL CENTER - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

R

SITE DESIGN

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

D

A - DS5-4

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

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REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

LAND USE

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DS11-1

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

F

T

A - DS12-1

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO4-2

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - CO4-3

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - SP6-1

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

R

A

C - PS15-2

D

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

REGIONAL CENTER - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - PL4-1

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP3-2

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

A

F

T

C - LI2-4

SITE DESIGN

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

C - LI2-1

The design should not obstruct the view of the gateway features of the three existing gateways mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan (RLMP).

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

D

R

A - DS5-4

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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CORRIDOR

Corridors are Lexington’s major roadways focused on commerce and transportation. The overriding emphasis of Imagine Lexington 2045 is significantly overhauling the intensity of the major corridors. The future of Lexington’s corridors lies in accommodating the shifting retail economic model by incorporating high density residential and offering substantial flexibility to available land uses.

Transit Oriented Development

•

High density residential

•

Community gathering spaces

•

Redevelopment of underutilized property

F

•

T

SITE PRIORITIES

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

Medium-High Density Residential

High Density Residential

Medium High Density Nonresidential/ Mixed-Use

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

HNR MU

A

HR

R

MHR

MNR MU

High Density Non-residential/ Mixed-Use

B-6P

B-1

MU-2

MU-3

R-5

Commercial Center

Neighborhood Business Form Base Project

Neighborhood Corridor Zone

Mixed use Community Zone

High Rise Apartment

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

MIXED HOUSING TYPES

D

R

A

F

T

Provide different options for diverse residents and opportunity to shared amenities nearby.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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CORRIDOR CORRIDOR - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

T

LAND USE

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

F

C - LI8-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

R

A

D - CO2-1

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

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A - DS1-1

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

BUILDING FORM

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

A - DS3-1

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

T

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

F

SITE DESIGN

D - SP3-2

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DN2-2

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

A

A - DS5-4

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D

R

A - EQ9-1

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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CORRIDOR CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

E - ST8-2

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

F

A - DS12-1

B - SU11-1

T

LAND USE

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

A - DS4-1

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

A - EQ5-2

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

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D

R

A

A - DS1-1

THE PLACEBUILDER

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

SITE DESIGN

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

T

D - CO2-1

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DN2-2

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

D - PL2-1

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D

R

A

F

A - DS5-4

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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CORRIDOR CORRIDOR - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS5-2

T

LAND USE

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington’s Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - CO5-1

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

D - SP6-1

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

R

A

C - PS15-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

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D

A - DS1-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

THE PLACEBUILDER

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE C - LI2-4

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

B - SU9-1

C - LI8-1

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - PL4-1

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP3-2

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

T

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

A

F

B - SU5-1

CORRIDOR - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

SITE DESIGN

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

C - LI2-3

D

R

A - DS5-4

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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CORRIDOR CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

A - DN3-2

Development should incorporate residential units in commercial centers.

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

C - PS15-2

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO3-1

Development should increase density and intensity adjacent to transit.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-1

Development should be high density and contain a mixture of uses.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

E - GR10-1

Transit oriented development (TOD) should be provided.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

A - EQ5-2

Development should be transit-oriented (dense & intense, internally walkable, connected to adjacent neighborhoods, providing transit infrastructure & facilities).

A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

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C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

A

R

D

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

316

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

F

C - LI7-1

A - DS5-2

T

LAND USE

THE PLACEBUILDER

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

CORRIDOR - HIGH DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

A

SITE DESIGN

C - LI2-4

T

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

F

B - SU9-1

A - DS5-4

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

BUILDING FORM Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

A - EQ5-1

Development should create context sensitive transitions between intense corridor development and existing neighborhoods.

C - LI2-1

The design should not obstruct the view of the gateway features of the three existing gateways mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan (RLMP).

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

A - DS3-1

DIVISION OF PLANNING

THE PLACEBUILDER

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NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD

New Complete Neighborhoods are undeveloped areas designed to provide housing in a sustainable format. These areas should include neighborhood-serving retail, services, & employment options, as well as town centers. Accessible greenspace, neighborhood focal points, & a multimodal transportation network should be provided to add a sense of place & connectivity.

Neighborhood-serving retail, services, and employment

•

Mixed housing types

•

Shared, accessible greenspace and parks

•

Well integrated public facilities

•

Multimodal integration with sufficient linkages to higher levels of transit

F

•

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

Medium Density Residential

Medium-High Density Residential

R-4

Low Density Nonresidential/ Mixed-Use

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

High Density Apartment

MNR MU

A

MHR

LNR MU

R

MR

T

SITE PRIORITIES

High Density Nonresidential/ Mixed-Use

MU-1

MU-2

B-1

B-1

Neighborhood Node Zone

Neighborhood Corridor Zone

Neighborhood Business

Neighborhood Business Form Based Project

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

MIXED HOUSING TYPES

D

R

A

F

T

Provide different options for diverse residents and opportunity to shared amenities nearby.

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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319

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

T

LAND USE

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

D - SP9-1

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

B - PR9-1

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

D

B - PR2-1

R

A

F

C - PS15-2

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

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NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM

T

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

F

B - RE1-1

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

SITE DESIGN

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS8-1

Where single family detached residential units are provided, a variety of other housing types should be regularly interspersed along the street frontage.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DN2-2

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

E - GR5-1

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D

R

A

A - DS5-4

DIVISION OF PLANNING

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NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD LAND USE A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

T

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - CO5-1

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

E - ST8-2

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

A

F

C - PS15-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - SU9-1

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

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Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

F

B - RE1-1

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

T

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

SITE DESIGN

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A

A - DS5-4

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

D - PL2-1

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LAND USE

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

F

A - DS12-1

T

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - SP9-1

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

D - SP6-1

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

E - GR9-1

Live/work units should be incorporated into residential developments.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

D - SP1-1

D

R

A

C - PS15-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

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B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

T

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

R

A

F

D - PL10-1

SITE DESIGN

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS5-3

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DN2-2

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

D

A - DS5-4

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NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

F

A - DS12-1

A - DS11-1

T

LAND USE

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - SP6-1

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

R

A

C - PS15-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

D

A - DS1-1

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

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B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

NEW COMPLETE NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - SP3-1

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

D - SP3-2

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A

F

T

B - SU5-1

SITE DESIGN

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS8-1

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Where single family detached residential units are provided, a variety of other housing types should be regularly interspersed along the street frontage.

A - DN2-2

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

E - GR5-1

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

C - LI-8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D

R

A - DS5-4

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ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD An Enhanced Neighborhood is an existing residential area to be enhanced with additional amenities, housing types, and neighborhood-serving retail, services, and employment options. Development should be context-sensitive to surrounding areas and should add to the sense of place. Incorporating multimodal connections is crucial to neighborhood success and viability.

Neighborhood-serving retail, services, and employment

•

Mixed housing types

•

Context-sensitive development

•

Connected multimodal network

•

Well integrated public facilities and greenspaces

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

Low Density Residential

Medium Density Residential

R-3

Low Density Nonresidential/Mixed-Use

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

A

MR

LNR MU

R

LR

F

•

T

SITE PRIORITIES

Planned Neighborhood Residential

MHR

Medium-High Density Residential

R-4

MU-1

MU-2

B-1

High Density Apartment

Neighborhood Node Zone

Neighborhood Corridor Zone

Neighborhood Business

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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MIXED HOUSE TYPES

D

R

A

F

T

Provide different options for diverse residents and opportunity to shared amenities nearby.

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ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN4-1

Provide new compact single-family housing types.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI6-1

ADUs and/or affordable housing options should be incorporated into existing and new single-family residential development. (A-DN5)

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

(A-EQ7)

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

A

D - SP9-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

F

C - PS15-2

A - DS5-1

T

LAND USE

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - CO4-3

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

E - GR9-1

Live/work units should be incorporated into residential developments.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

E - GR9-3

Less intense multi-family residence types should be incorporated into primarily single-family detached areas.

D

R

E - ST8-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

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Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL B - PR9-1

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy. 3)

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

A - DS8-1

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip

Where single family detached residential units are provided, a variety of other housing types should be regularly interspersed along the street frontage.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

F

T

B - PR10-1

R

A

BUILDING FORM

SITE DESIGN

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

D

A - DS7-1

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A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

D - SP9-1

Encourage co-housing, shared housing environments, planned communities and accessory dwelling units for flexibility and affordability for senior adults and people with disabilities.

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

F

C - PS15-2

A - DS11-1

T

LAND USE

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

A

D - CO4-1

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

R

E - ST8-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

D

A - DS1-1

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

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ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-4

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DS8-1

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Where single family detached residential units are provided, a variety of other housing types should be regularly interspersed along the street frontage.

A - DN2-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

E - GR5-1

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

F BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

A

D

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SITE DESIGN

A - DS9-2

C - PS10-2

T

B - SU5-1

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ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

A - DS12-1

Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

T

LAND USE

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - CO5-1

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

F

C - PS15-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

A

E - ST8-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

B - PR9-1

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes. (A-EQ7).

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

B - SU9-1

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces.

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

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B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

T

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

BUILDING FORM A - DS3-1

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

F

B - RE1-1

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SITE DESIGN

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DN2-2

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

D - PL2-1

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

R

A

A - DS5-4

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

D - SP2-1

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D

A - EQ9-1

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Development should be located nearest to neighborhood serving commercial areas.

A - DN2-1

Infill residential should aim to increase density.

A - DN3-1

Pedestrian-oriented commercial opportunities and other services should be incorporated within residential neighborhoods.

B - SU3-1

Development should provide compact and/or mixed use development.

C - LI7-1

Developments should create mixed-use neighborhoods with safe access to community facilities, greenspace, employment, businesses, shopping, and entertainment.

C - PS9-1

C - PS15-2

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS5-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

T

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS10-1

New developments should incorporate clear and dedicated connections to nearby community anchors.

Where possible, developments should modify current office space to include complementary uses, with a specific focus on the inclusion of residential.

A - DS11-1

Street layouts should provide clear, visible access to neighborhoodfocused open space and greenspaces

Improve options for affordable and nutritious food where not currently available.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

F

A - DS5-2

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

D - PL15-1

Drive through facilities and gas stations should not be within neighborhoods or the urban core.

D - SP1-1

Elementary and middle schools should be located within residential neighborhoods, and high schools primarily along collector streets.

E - ST8-2

A

D - PL7-1

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

D - CO4-2

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

D - CO4-3

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

E - GR9-2

Low-intensity business uses that will provide neighborhood amenities should be incorporated into existing neighborhoods.

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

D - SP6-1

E - GR9-3

Less intense multi-family residence types should be incorporated into primarily single-family detached areas.

Social services and community facilities should be accessible via mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation modes.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILIT Y AND RESILIENCY

D

R

D - CO2-2

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y A - DS1-1

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

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B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

IMAGINE LEXINGTON 2045

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

D - SP1-2

School design should prioritize a high percentage of open and accessible street frontage.

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

B - SU11-1

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

B - RE5-1

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

A - DS3-1

B - RE5-3

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

Multi-family residential developments should comply with the Multifamily Design Standards in Appendix A.

A - DS4-2

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

New construction should be at an appropriate scale to respect the context of neighboring structures; however, along major corridors, it should set the future context.

A - DS5-3

Building orientation should maximize connections with the street and create a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.

A - DS8-1

Where single family detached residential units are provided, a variety of other housing types should be regularly interspersed along the street frontage.

T

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

Visible, usable greenspace and other natural components should be incorporated into school sites.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

F

D - SP2-1

D - SP3-2

R

SITE DESIGN

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

BUILDING FORM

A

B - PR9-1

ENHANCED NEIGHBORHOOD - LOW DENSITY NON-RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE

Development should provide a pedestrian-oriented and activated streetscapes.

A - DS7-1

Parking should be oriented to the interior or rear of the property for non-residential or multi-family developments.

A - DN2-2

A - DS9-1

Development should provide active and engaging amenities within neighborhood focused open spaces.

Development should minimize significant contrasts in scale, massing and design, particularly along the edges of historic areas and neighborhoods.

D - PL2-1

A - DS9-2

Where neighborhood open space or parks are not located within walking distance of a new development, applicants should incorporate these facilities.

Development should provide active first floor uses whenever adjacent to a street, pedestrian facility, or community focused open space.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

A - DS5-4

A - EQ9-1

School sites should be appropriately sized.

A - EQ9-2

Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

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An Industry & Production Center is where Lexington’s most intense types of economic development and job creation occur. These places should be located near major corridors to facilitate transportation of goods throughout the region. Developments should minimize negative impacts on adjoining lower intensity uses.

Economic Development and job creation

•

Intense industrial uses

•

Substantial buffers from residential uses

•

Environmental protection

•

Locational priority on major shipping transportation corridors

F

•

A

MOST SUITABLE DEVELOPMENT TYPES

Industrial & production Mom-residential

D

RECOMMENDED ZONE(S)

R

INR

I-1

T

SITE PRIORITIES

Light Industrial Zone

I-2

P-2

Heavy Industrial Zone

University Research Campus Zone.

Zones for this place-type are not limited to the listed zones; other zones can be considered with proper justification.

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INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION CENTER - INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION NON RESIDENTIAL

Development should be strategically located along freight networks and/or adjacent to established industrial.

C - PS3-1

Development potential in the Rural Activity Centers should be maximized.

C - PS8-1

Opportunities for industry and special trade employment should be increased.

D - PL7-1

Stakeholders should be consulted to discuss site opportunities and constraints prior to submitting an application.

E - ST8-2

Development should provide community oriented places and services.

E - GR3-1

Development should meet recreational needs by following the recommendations of the Parks Master Plan.

D - CO4-3

Street pattern and design should consider site topography and minimize grading where possible.

D - CO5-1

Streets should be designed with shorter block lengths, narrower widths, and traffic calming features.

ENVIRONMENT B - PR2-1

Impact on environmentally sensitive areas should be minimized within and adjacent to the proposed development site.

B - PR2-2

Development should include regularly spaced access with an adequate width to the greenway network and conservation areas.

B - PR3-1

Minimize impact of development adjacent to land conservation properties through buffering.

A

TRANSPORTATION, CONNECTIVIT Y, AND WALKABILIT Y

Provide multiple route options (grid type structure) to alleviate congestion in lieu of additional lanes upon existing roadways.

F

C - LI9-1

D - CO4-2

T

LAND USE

Mass transit infrastructure such as seating and shelters should be provided/enhanced along transit routes.

B - PR7-1

Developments should be designed to minimize tree removal and to protect and preserve existing significant trees.

A - DS1-2

Accessible pedestrian linkages to transit should be provided.

B - PR9-1

A - DS4-1

A plan for a connected multi-modal network to adjacent neighborhoods, greenspaces, developments and complementary uses should be provided.

Minimize grading and topsoil disturbance by utilizing the existing topography to the greatest extent possible and preserving key natural features.

B - PR10-1

Development should avoid overlighting and upward directed lighting.

B - SU4-1

Development should minimize and/or mitigate impervious surfaces.

B - SU5-1

Developments should incorporate energy efficient systems and renewable energy resources (i.e. wind, solar, etc.).

B - SU9-1

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) should be implemented in new development.

R

A - DS1-1

Safe multi-modal facilities should be provided to ensure vehicular separation from bicycles, pedestrians and other modes of transport.

A - DS5-2

Developments should incorporate vertical elements, such as street trees and buildings, to create a walkable streetscape.

A - DS13-1

Stub streets should be connected.

C - PS10-1

Flexible parking and shared parking arrangements should be utilized.

B - SU11-1

D - CO1-1

Rights-of-way and multimodal facilities should be designed to reflect and promote the desired place-type.

Development should incorporate low impact landscaping and native plant species.

B - RE1-1

Developments should improve the tree canopy.

D - CO2-1

Development should create and/or expand a connected multimodal transportation network that satisfies all users’ needs.

B - RE2-1

Lexington’s green infrastructure network, including parks, trails, greenways, or natural areas should be highly visible and accessible.

D - CO2-2

Development should comply with Lexington's Complete Streets Policy.

B - RE5-1

D - CO4-1

Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs should be discouraged.

Dividing floodplains into privately owned parcels with flood insurance should be avoided.

B - RE5-2

Floodplains should be incorporated into accessible greenspace, and additional protection should be provided to areas around them.

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INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION CENTER - INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION NON RESIDENTIAL

INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION CENTER - INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION NON RESIDENTIAL

Developments within the Royal Springs Aquifer should consult with the Royal Springs Water Supply Protection Committee.

D - SP10-1

Prioritize street trees in the planting strip.

SITE DESIGN Shared open spaces should be easily accessible and clearly delineated from private open spaces.

C - LI2-1

The design should not obstruct the view of the gateway features of the three existing gateways mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan (RLMP).

C - LI2-2

Non-agricultural uses at or near potential and existing gateways, as mapped in the Rural Land Management Plan, should be buffered.

C - LI2-3

Design should create a positive gateway character at existing and proposed gateways as identified in the Rural Land Management Plan.

C - LI2-4

Setbacks, signage, and screening should complement the iconic Bluegrass landscape along Historic Turnpikes, Scenic Byways, Turnpikes, and other scenic roads listed in the RLMP.

C - LI8-1

Development should enhance a well-connected and activated public realm.

C - PS10-2

Over-parking of new developments should be avoided.

D - PL4-1

Enhance open space through the provision of programmatic elements and amenities.

D - PL10-1

Activate the streetscape or publicly visible areas by designating public art easements in prominent locations.

D - SP3-1

Adequate right-of-way, lease areas and easements for infrastructure, with emphasis on wireless communication networks should be provided to create reliable service throughout Lexington.

D - SP3-2

Cellular tower antennae should be located to minimize intrusion and negative aesthetic impacts, and stealth towers and landscaping used to improve the visual impact from the roadway and residential areas.

E - ST5-1

Increased intensity in the Rural Activity Centers should not negatively impact surrounding rural areas.

E - GR4-1

Developments should incorporate reuse of viable existing structures.

E - GR5-1

Structures with demonstrated historic significance should be preserved or adapted.

D

R

A

F

A - EQ9-2

BUILDING FORM

T

B - RE5-3

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