Ordinance 2853-05 - Laserfiche WebLink

enhancement to encourage economic development and improve the quality and character of Everett's neighborhoods and business districts. Objectives include: 5.3.3. To further improve Everett's image 5.3.4 To maximize existing investments in transportation and utility infrastructure of existing commercial and industrial areas. Policies include: 5.3.1 Identify and map sites appropriate for redevelopment and enhancement. 5.3.5 Link transportation infrastructure and public improvements to serve redevelopment and enhancement areas. 5.3.8 Utilize design standards and development incentives to retain Everett's historic image and encourage pedestrian-oriented activity centers. 5. The land use designations should not be applied to other properties in the vicinity of the amendments at this time, for the following reasons: The increased development intensity is most appropriate within an approximately 1/4 mile radius or an approximately 10 minute walking distance of the Everett Station. Future development abutting the area on Broadway and Hewitt is planned for more commercial- residential mixed-uses. I-5 provides a significant boundary to the east. The Planning Commission considered alternatives that included properties south of 36th Street, but did not include those areas in the Plan due to distance from Everett Station and the desire to allow businesses with outdoor storage in that area. 6. The proposed change of land use designation would not have significant impacts on the current use of other properties in the vicinity. Over time, the redevelopment of the Everett Station Area will result in more intense, higher- quality development. Pedestrian connections to the downtown and riverfront will encourage more people to move through the area, including increased usage during evenings and weekends. This could result in increased property values and incentives for redevelopment. Some existing businesses may relocate. The Plan recommends that the City of Everett work with property owners to address expansion needs, access issues during events at Everett Station and the Everett Event Center, and long term goals; and that the City actively work with property owners to market and provide incentives to encourage development within the Everett Station Area. The Plan also includes recommendations to enhance public safety in the area, such as forging a close working relationship between Everett Transit, Everett police and local business. 7. The change of land use designation would not create pressure to change the land use designation of other properties in the area. 4