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CHAPTER 6
<br /> i. ',,/ . 1171"^ •4`�4,t �r•..1 w , The planning concept summarized in Chapter 4 identifies key retail oriented
<br /> :,- b�: • >, )- 21'`y a- w*t la,,ts, Retail Streets, Connector Streets, and Gateway Streets (Figure 75). Section 5a
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<br /> , _,, ,,'.. i - . "r"` Streets (Figure 75). The special emphasis put on these informal street
<br /> !,4� , (;,,k;-:t 4 "'' classifications greatly influence the individual street design recommendations
<br /> �, Y ,�ti `a, , i: and priorities described in Action L-2e.
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<br /> YhS., ~ }rV:. % The Retail Streets are those where pedestrian-oriented businesses are expected
<br /> 'J.-p4- ,# .. t."" w to locate. The recommended zoning code provisions require that ground floors
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<br /> t t` along Retail Streets be occupied by pedestrian-oriented non-residential uses,
<br /> Figure 72. The improved Colby and the design standards direct new buildings to include "transparent" ground
<br /> Avenue illustrates the pedestrian life
<br /> envisioned for Retail Streets. . floor facades, weather protection, and other pedestrian amenities. Therefore, the
<br /> street design recommendations in this chapter are directed toward improving
<br /> t tl '; pedestrian conditions.
<br /> * Connector Streets are so designated because they connect key districts and
<br /> iz.'0 4+ 6�, attractions in downtown. Downtown Everett already possesses many of the
<br /> , ,'.'h '` ,;,,,,.,i,,;� " " " . features and attractions that make a downtown successful. By improving
<br /> 6f "m"1.4 101.4.4 Connector Streets, the City can make these assets more accessible and visible.
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<br /> ,) ,Kj �4,0 ,� Gateway Streets are those arterials by which people generally enter downtown.
<br /> x �. "^� 1 They tend to be highly visible and carry relatively high traffic volumes. Visual
<br /> Figure 73. Connector Streets link improvements, such as street trees and signage, are often the most important
<br /> key downtown attractions. improvements, although some Gateway Streets—including Rucker Avenue and
<br /> Broadway—also are important for pedestrian circulation.
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