HomeMy WebLinkAboutActive Design Miami_Supplemental for CitiesACTIVE DESIGN MIAMI:
Design & Policy Strategies
for Healthier Communities
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Municipal Planning & Assessment Tool
Use checkboxes provided by each strategy to indicate whether it is existing,
feasible, or not feasible.
Existing: currently included in municipal plans or ordinances.
Feasible: does not currently exist but is possible or desirable (may be long term).
Not feasible: does not apply or is not desirable within the municipality.
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Parks & Open Space
OBJECTIVE
Create an easi lyaccessi ble networkof spaces forall community
members,within a close distance of residences.
PARKS &OPEN SPACES DESIGN STRATEGIES
2.1 Ensu reallresidents have accessto a parkand /orgreen
spacewithinaquarter mile oftheirhome.
2.2 Design activityspacesth at meetthe needs of people ofall
ages andabilities.
2.3 Expand opportun itiesforphysicalactivitythrough a range
of affordable, easi lyaccessi ble recreation faci lities.
2.4Ensurethatparks,plazas,and playgroundsareeasily
access i b leto pedestrians and cyclists.
2.5 Provide amen ities—such astrees, lighting,waterfountains,
and seating—thatenable peopletoenjoyspacesforlonger
periodsoftime.
2.6 Emphasize naturalelementsand landscaping, including
streettrees.
2.7lncorporateavarietyofsurfacesandtexturesinto
children's playspaces, includingcolorfulground markings
and natural elements.
2.8 Design and maintain parksand open spaceto promote
safety.
2.9 Su pportthe developmentofcomm u nitygardens.
2.10 I nstall d rin kingfou ntai ns and water bottle refill
stations.
2.11Activatewaterfrontspaceswithin neighborhoodsand
parks to su pportand encou ragewateractivitiessuch as
kayaking, paddle boarding,etc. forall.
❑ ❑ ❑ 2.12 Provideamenitiestowelcome petowners.
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PARKS & OPEN SPACES POLICY STRATEGIES
2.13 Partnerwith organizationstosponsorand maintain
greenspacesandgardens.
2.14 Encourage shared use agreements that offer school
facilities as places for play and physical activity outside
of school hours.
2.15Createoramend policiesto faci litatethe activation of
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PARKS & OPEN SPACES PROGRAMMING
STRATEGIES
2.16Offerspacesandactivitiesthatrespondtounique local
and cultural preferences.
2.17 Faci litateaccessto healthyfood options in parksand
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2.18 Program grou pactivitiesforallagesand abilities that
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2.19 Offerfree or low-costfitness programs in parksand
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2.20Supportopen streets i nitiativesandtem porarystreet
closures —such as playstreets and "ciclovia"—for
com mu nitygatheri ngs and activities.
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Development Patterns
OBJ ECTIVE
Ensure connectivity, ease of access, and safe use for residents
of all ages and abilities. This objective is closely tied to Active
Design Miami's overall goal.
DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS DESIGN
STRATEGIES
3.1 Encourage a diverse mix of land uses at all scales of
development.
3.2 Encourage transit -oriented development at
appropriate densities to create vibrant, mixed -use,
walkable communities that maximize the value of public
transit.
❑ ❑ ❑ 3.3 Plant trees to provide shade, enhance neighborhoods,
and promote social connectedness.
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3.4 Design neighborhoods to prioritize the pedestrian
experience.
3.5 Apply context -sensitive design solutions to preserve
and reflect the character of existing historic
neighborhoods.
❑ ❑ ❑ 3.6 Display maps and wayfindingfor local fresh food
options, water fountains, parks and open spaces, near -
shore water features, such
as coral reefs.
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DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS POLICY
STRATEGIES
3.7 Plan intergenerational communitiesto help people of
all ages thrive.
3.8 Update zoning and building codes to maximize land
use mix, support appropriate development densities, and
enhance pedestrian connectivity.
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3.9 Preserve housing affordability and encourage
inclusive, mixed -income neighborhoods.
3.10 Promote infill development in urban core
communities and deter expansion beyond the urban
development boundary.
3.11 Update codes to reduce the impact of parking
requirements.
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Transportation & Mobility
OBJECTIVE
Prioritize people over automobiles by creating well-
connected, safe, and easy -to -use use transportation options.
TRANSPORTATION AND MOBILITY DESIGN
STRATEGIES
4.1 Encourage walking by incorporating aesthetic and
visually interesting elements into streets and sidewalks.
4.2 Create new and enhance existing pedestrian plazas.
4.3 Enhance bike mobility by improving bicycle
infrastructure, including ensuring bicycle paths, lanes and
tracks are interconnected.
4.4 Facilitate biking by encouraging ample bicycle
parking.
4.5 Provide facilities at or near rail and major transit
stations that assist commuters in finalizing their trip.
4.6 Provide schools with easy access to transit routes.
4.7 Encourage walking by providing ample sidewalk space
and safe crosswalks.
4.8 Enhance safety and walkability by incorporating
traffic calming elements to reduce driving speeds.
4.9 Provide comfortable bus stops with benches and
protective shelters.
4.10 Use maps and wayfinding to facilitate pedestrian and
bicycle access to healthy amenities.
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4.12 Develop community and neighborhood -scale
master plans that prioritize specific community mobility
needs.
4.13 Incentivize commuting via public transit.
4.14 Reduce parking requirements for walkable, bikeable,
and transit -accessible sites.
❑ ❑ ❑ 4.15 Expand access to BikeShare.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MOBILITY
PROGRAMMING STRATEGIES
4.16 Encourage and facilitate "walking school buses" and
safe routes to schools' programs.
❑ ❑ ❑ 4.17 Incentivize carpool and rideshare programs.
❑ ❑ ❑ 4.18 Promote and use temporary demonstration
installations to evaluate project design.
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Buildings
OBJECTIVE
Maximize opportunities for physical activity and social
connection within and around buildings.
BUILDING DESIGN STRATEGIES
5.1 Maximize accessibility and visibility of stairs.
5.2 Create attractive, visually appealing stairs.
5.3 Provide convenient, attractive circulation paths.
5.4 Design sidewalk and facade elements that improve
the pedestrian experience.
5.5 Orient building entrances and circulation pathways to
prioritize active transportation options.
5.6 Provide secure, accessible indoor bicycle storage
facilities in both commercial and residential buildings.
5.7 Allocate space and provide easy access to on -site
exercise facilities and play areas in commercial and
residential buildings.
5.8 Provide on -site gardening opportunities.
5.9 Provide healthy vending machines and water
fountains and refill stations with fresh, clean water.
❑ ❑ ❑ 5.10 Provide accessible and well-equipped kitchens and
eating spaces to promote healthy eating.
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BUILDING POLICY STRATEGIES
5.11 Incentivize the development of visible, attractive
stairs.
5.12 Provide incentives and update codes for on -site bike
facilities, such as parking.
5.13 Develop incentives and/or update codes to support
on -site gardening.
5.14 Develop incentives and/or update codes for on -site
recreation space.
BUILDING PROGRAMMING STRATEGIES
5.15 Post prominent and clear signs that encourage
stair use.
5.16 Provide comfortable spaces for lactation support.
5.17 Incorporate spaces for farmer's markets and small
produce stands.
5.18 Increase access to change rooms or showers for
active commuters.
5.19 Select healthy food vendors for on -site
restaurants and vending machines.
5.20 Offer onsite active programming and maintain
spaces for community and health activities, such as
fitness classes, walking clubs, cooking classes, and
cultural events.
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