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Section E: Streetscapes and the Pedestrian Network Streetscape Character Plan Within the hierarchy of streets, here are variations and specificity that establish the unique character of streets and pedestrian areas. Variation is envisioned to enhance the character of specific districts at the Waterfront Place Central. The Streetscape Character Plan identifies some recommendations for specific treatments envisioned for key streets, sidewalks, walkways, and their locations. Within each district, streets will take on an identity that reinforces that district's distinctive character. These identities will be established through urban design and streetscape elements covered in the next section entitled Standards. • West Marine View Drive: Completed frontage and center island median improvements on West Marine View Drive enhance the public image of Waterfront Place Central to the surrounding community. Frontage improvements include the addition of 12' sidewalks behind the landscape strip, street trees, and a planting strip. Planted islands are included in center land medians of West Marine View Drive where turning pocket cue lanes are not required. This street is also designated as a bike route and appropriate improvements have been included per city requirements. • 13th Street gateway entry: As the main entrance into Waterfront Place Central,the 13th Street gateway and collector arterial make a significant statement that establishes the identity and character for the community. There will be special paving, lighting and planting in the median and street edges. Millwright District and Loop: This is the Primary employment and craft industries area connected to other districts by roads and trails. The Loop is a vibrant visitor attraction, such like is found at Granville Island where small boutique manufactures of marine-related or local goods are produced and sold at the ground level, with offices and apartments above. Timberman Trails crisscross the Loop, providing walkability and pedestrian safety. Along the Loop paver areas facilitate the summer market. This central area links associated commercial retail development across the pier. • Seiner Drive at Fisherman's Harbor is aligned down the 13th Street corridor and connects to West Marine View Drive and 14th Street. A unique street configuration and character is called for in the design of this street designated for restaurants and shops. Seiner Drive is connected to the Seiner Wharf and,through it, to the Esplanade. • Craftsman District Streets: Craftsman District includes all areas north of 13th Street from the water to West Marine View Drive. It will have a large vehicle secondary access south of 10th Street. Since the Craftsman District focus is on marine services, special consideration is needed for requirements of the moving and storage of boats. The working waterfront character is reflected in both the configuration and character of these streets. Other streets in the Craftsman District primarily access existing buildings, yards, and future development. These streets will need to balance pedestrian and vehicular circulation and parking with truck access and boat yard activities. This will be done by defining areas and controlling potential conflicts through controlled access. • Interior Cross Streets: Weaver and Sawyer Streets will provide north to south connection across the site. 2014 Waterfront Place Central Supplemental Design Guidelines -41-