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Section F: Public Realm Tree Grates-Plaza trees may set in planters or in tree pits with tree grates. Tree grate surfaces in walkway areas shall be ADA compliant. The size is to be a minimum of 4'x 4', but larger grates should be used for larger trees. Each district should use only one type of tree grate. Planters, Pots and Boxes - Planters may be a part of plazas, pocket parks, and other open spaces. Planters should be raised 12"to 24" with seat walls at the edges to protect plants from pedestrian short cut paths and trampling. Plant pots and boxes must be at least 18"deep and have a minimum of an 18"diameter. Planting Integration with Art-Art can use planting to complement and enhance the art with color, fragrance, visual texture, and seasonal change and provide winter interest. Open Space Illumination Design Intent -The illumination of plaza and open spaces will increase safety and security, and add a provocative evening character. Illumination can add richness to Waterfront Place Central's unique urban maritime waterfront environment concept and character. The "�'�l. ' .. .. + .+• �r image and personality of the place will be expressed not , only through fixture type and location, but also through ,( �'Pt) t /lph elements such as the incorporation of specialty logos or , 4 1 I images on the lights, poles or pole bases. 1 , Lighting types include: • Area Lights for larger open spaces and plazas • Pedestrian Lighting for circulation areas including bollard lights and lighting on steps • Accent Lighting on special architectural and landscaping features • Building Illumination as it affects the plazas • Special Event and Decorative Lighting Dark Sky Requirement-Fixtures for plazas and open space will be selected to minimize light pollution. The development agreement calls for a dark sky to be maintained for nearby residents. Dark sky criteria includes using lighting that is shielded from the night sky and adjacent residential properties through down casting, exterior shields,and/or fixture optics. Illumination Quality and Levels - Light quality will have well balanced color produced by metal halide, halogen, LED, or incandescent bulbs. No high pressure sodium lights are allowed. Foot-candle levels shall meet the IESNA recommended standards.These standards ensure that lighting levels function in a manner that provide safe and clear illumination to pedestrians, and that the entire development is properly litto ensure a safe and secure neighborhood. Placement — The placement of lighting fixtures in plazas and other open spaces should be discrete and unobtrusive so as to eliminate physical clutter and avoid glare into residences and 2014 Waterfront Place Central Supplemental Design Guidelines - 61-