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PLAN ELEMENTS
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<br /> Arts Center. If this site is developed, access to the structured parking to r:: i/ yp,5':'.',iti��i�� ''"^` rl r 9ktill 1' ,;� '
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<br /> Colby/Wall site has a slightly higher priority because of its central location Figure 82. The Key Bank site would make a
<br /> and active surroundings. The Performing Arts Center/Key Bank site also successful central park if the buildings were
<br /> has several advantages but, as noted above, is not quite as centrally demolished, new active uses were added, and
<br /> located. Refitting the Snohomish County Plaza ranks below the other two cut through access eliminated.
<br /> options because the plaza's elevation will always separate it from street
<br /> activity, and the County buildings will cast shadows during most of the
<br /> day.
<br /> Because both the Colby/Wall and Performing Arts Center sites will require
<br /> construction and/or demolition, it may be useful to conduct a
<br /> cost/feasibility study comparing the two opportunities.
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